tbl-Lightning Morning News: Last Friday Before The Games Begin!

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Today is the last Friday without Lightning hockey until at least April, hopefully all the way until the middle of June. Let’s check out some headlines around the NHL. Lightning News: The Lightning got some unfortunate news that Yanni Gourde and Dominic James will not be with the team to start the season. However, that opens the door for some young talent to make a name for themselves this preseason. [ Raw Charge ] Another day closer to the regular season and there doesn’t seem to be any positive news regarding a Nikita Kucherov extension in Tampa. General Manager Julien BriseBois had a lot to say the last few days and his comments did not do much to sooth Lightning fan’s worries. [ Raw Charge ] Here’s the information on the injuries to Gourde and James. Gourde is out until December and James is out for the first several weeks of the season according to BriseBois. [ Daily Faceoff ] Those recent injuries at forward gave BriseBois an opportunity to give old friend Luke Glendening a call for a Professional Tryout Contract. He last played with the Lightning from 2023-25. [ NHL ] Along with their regular stadium giveaway promotions, the Lightning are running some special ticket package nights with exclusive items. Who doesn’t need a pirate boat themed gravy boat? [ Lightning Twitter feed ] League News: The biggest news that sent waves throughout the hockey world the last few days was that Connor Hellebuyck has decided to not show up for training camp in Winnipeg, resulting in the Jets suspending the disgruntled netminder. [ ESPN ] Brad Marchand will be out with injury until at least the end of October. *Sad trombone* The 38 year old is in year 2 of a 6 year deal in Florida. [ Daily Faceoff ] In something that was more of a formality than breaking news, the Los Angeles Kings have named Drew Doughty their newest captain after Anze Kopitar retired at the end of last season. [ LA Times ] Long time NHL enforcer Ryan Reaves has decided to hang up his skates and retire from the NHL. Reaves played in 962 games across 16 seasons, scoring 66 goals and recording 140 points while racking up an impressive 1,137 penalty minutes. [ Sportsnet ] Thanks for stopping by today, be sure to check back later for the latest Lightning news!