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In looking at this year’s team, Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois wanted to get better defensively while adding speed. He also knew he’d have very little cap space to fill a lot of holes, particularly at forward.
A look at Lightning’s offseason facelift — and what’s still left to do
The team has been busy the past two weeks with signings and trades. Here’s what else could happen in the coming weeks.
Here are 5 players to watch following Lightning’s development camp
Goaltender Ludvig Perrson (31) protects the crease as Gage Goncalves (93) drives the net while participating in the Lightning's development camp Wednesday at TGH Ice Plex in Brandon.
A wide range of prospects with hopes of playing in the NHL participated in four days of drills and competition. Here are some who caught our eye.
Lightning 2022 top pick Isaac Howard still aims to stand out in a crowd
Lightning prospects Ethan Gauthier left, and Isaac Howard, right, participate in the Lightning's development camp Monday at TGH IcePlex in Brandon.
After learning some tough lessons in his first season of college hockey, he is getting a clean slate in a comfortable situation.
Following trade to Wild, Pat Maroon turns page on Lightning, Tampa Bay
Defenseman Ryan McDonagh (27) hands the Stanley Cup to left wing Pat Maroon (14) after the Lightning defeated the Montreal Canadiens to conclude the 2020-21 season at Amalie Arena.
He was with ex-teammate Ryan McDonagh when he was told he was being traded. McDonagh knows the feeling well after being dealt to Nashville last offseason.

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  1. A look at Lightning’s offseason facelift — and what’s still left to do
    Yesterday• Lightning
    In looking at this year’s team, Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois wanted to get better defensively while adding speed. He also knew he’d have very little cap space to fill a lot of holes, particularly at forward.
  2. Here are 5 players to watch following Lightning’s development camp
    July 6• Lightning
    Goaltender Ludvig Perrson (31) protects the crease as Gage Goncalves (93) drives the net while participating in the Lightning's development camp Wednesday at TGH Ice Plex in Brandon.
  3. Lightning 2022 top pick Isaac Howard still aims to stand out in a crowd
    July 3• Lightning
    Lightning prospects Ethan Gauthier left, and Isaac Howard, right, participate in the Lightning's development camp Monday at TGH IcePlex in Brandon.
  5. Following trade to Wild, Pat Maroon turns page on Lightning, Tampa Bay
    July 3• Lightning
    Defenseman Ryan McDonagh (27) hands the Stanley Cup to left wing Pat Maroon (14) after the Lightning defeated the Montreal Canadiens to conclude the 2020-21 season at Amalie Arena.
  6. Lightning’s reputation remains strong in NHL free-agent market
    July 3• Lightning
    In signing Conor Sheary, Luke Glendening and Josh Archibald, general manager Julien BriseBois, pictured, acquired three players he expects to bring a checking game that will make the Lightning tougher to play against.
  7. Lightning trade Pat Maroon to Wild for draft pick
    July 3• Lightning
    Left wing Pat Maroon has been a fan favorite and a mentor for younger players during his time in Tampa Bay.
  8. Lightning add defenseman depth with veteran Calvin de Haan
    July 2• Lightning
    Calvin de Haan, who comes to the Lightning from Carolina, was driving home from his brother’s bachelor party in Syracuse when Tampa Bay came through with an offer to join the team.
  9. Lightning are less fun without Killorn and Maroon, but they’re not dead yet
    July 2• Lightning
    The Lightning and Alex Killorn parted ways on Saturday, the first day of free agency, after 11 seasons together.
  10. Lightning watch Alex Killorn leave for Anaheim, then restock forwards
    July 1• Lightning
    Capitals left wing Conor Sheary averaged 16 goals the past three seasons with Washington.
  11. Is Alex Killorn’s departure from Lightning as a free agent inevitable?
    June 30• Lightning
    Lightning left wing Alex Killorn has score 25 or more goals in three of the past four seasons and has missed just four regular-season games over the past eight seasons.
  12. Lightning’s longtime amateur scouting director reassigned after draft
    June 30• Lightning
    Lightning head coach Jon Cooper, top left, vice president and general manager Julien BriseBois, top right, Al Murray, assistant general manager and director of amateur scouting, bottom left, and Stacy Roest, assistant general manager and director of player development, right, watch the ice during the team's 2021 prospect camp.
  13. Lightning draft Ethan Gauthier, trade Corey Perry’s rights for pick
    June 30• Lightning
    Sherbrooke Phoenix's Ethan Gauthier skates during on-ice testing ahead of the CHL/NHL Top Prospects game in January in Langley, British Columbia.
  14. Lightning’s annual summer development camp to open Sunday in Brandon
    June 29• Lightning
    Forwards Isaac Howard, left, and Jack Finley, right, participate in the Lightning's 2022 development camp at TGH Ice Plex in Brandon. They will be among the players back at the facility Sunday through Wednesday for this year's camp.
  15. Lightning trade forward Ross Colton to Avalanche for second-round pick
    June 28• Lightning
    The Lightning's Ross Colton, left, challenges Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar during Game 3 of the Stanley Cup final in 2022 in Tampa.
  16. Lightning will hit the road early, often in the 2023-24 season
    June 27• Lightning
    Brandon Hagel, Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov and their Lightning teammates will open next season at home against the Predators on Oct. 10.
  17. Lightning’s Steven Stamkos wins Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award
    June 27• Lightning
    Mark Messier, left, and Lightning captain player Steven Stamkos pose after Stamkos won the Messier NHL Leadership Award at the NHL Awards on Monday in Nashville.
  18. Lightning overhaul coaching staff at AHL Syracuse
    June 26• Lightning
    Former Syracuse Crunch head coach Benoit Groulx huddles up with Lightning prospects.
  19. Brayden Point’s Lady Byng candidacy caps special season with Lightning
    June 25• Lightning
    Lightning center Brayden Point, right, celebrates a goal with right wing Nikita Kucherov during a game against the San Jose Sharks in February in Tampa.
  20. Lightning searching deep in NHL draft for the next great ‘Bolt’
    June 24• Lightning
    Amateur scouting director Al Murray, bottom left, watches the Lightning's prospect camp in 2021 with assistant general manager Stacy Roest, bottom right, head coach Jon Cooper, top left, and general manager Julien BriseBois, top right.
  21. Lightning announce 2023 preseason schedule
    June 23• Lightning
    Lightning defenseman Zach Bogosian fights with Florida's Mason Marchment as Pat Maroon watches during a 2021 preseason game in Orlando. Tampa Bay will return to Amway Center on Oct. 3 to face the Panthers.
  22. Stanley Cup final shows the value of street hockey in many US markets
    June 19• Lightning
    Kids play ball hockey at an NHL Street event Saturday in Boston. The league launched a street hockey program earlier this year aimed at getting more people interested in the sport.
  23. Lightning’s salary cap obstacles appear daunting
    June 16• Lightning
    Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois may have some tough decisions to make in the coming weeks.
  24. Lightning selling minority ownership stake at $1.4 billion team valuation: report
    June 15• Lightning
    Lightning owner Jeff Vinik speaks during the franchise's Hall of Fame induction ceremony in March in Tampa. Vinik reportedly is selling a minority stake in the team to Arctos Sports Partners, a New York- and Dallas-based private equity firm.
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