Big blow to the Tampa Lightning..At this point, per my sources, Andrei Vasilevskiy is going to be evaluated later today for what is suspected to be a broken foot. The Lightning have been the best team in the East, but statistically there has been a HUGE drop off from starting Vasilevskiy to Louis Domingue.
Vasilevskiy has played 13 games going 9-3-1 with a 2.30GAA and a .937Sv%. Domingue has played in 5 games going 3-2 with a 3.43 GAA and a . 887 %. The Bolts can withstand the loss of AV for a while, but time will tell how Louis responds to the extra playing time and if the Bolts, who are primed to be a serious Cup Contender have to make a move for a backup....Who is available?
I am glad you asked kids! Today is one of my favorite days of the year as I get to launch the Trade Deadline Rumor Chart... SO stay tuned!
Nylander update coming as well.
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