NHL Atlantic Division Trade Deadline Preview
TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING
Are St. Louis’ trade demands handcuffing Tampa GM
Steve Yzerman? Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
STANDINGS: 73 points, Tied for 2nd in Atlantic, T-3rd in Eastern Conference
PLAYOFF PROGNOSIS/STATUS: Pretty much a lock / Buyer
NEEDS: Gritty skilled forward
DEADLINE CAP SPACE: $3M
ASSETS TO DEAL: Martin St. Louis has asked for a trade, allegedly wants to go to the New York Rangers.
RUMORS: The St.Louis / Ryan Callahan deal rumors won’t go away, but Callahan’s contract request is rather large, causing a stumbling block. The Lightning will have the ultimate “trade deadline acquisition” while giving up nothing when superstar Steven Stamkos returns soon.