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Slow day for the Lightning
Posted Oct 12, 2008 by Erik Erlendsson
Updated Oct 12, 2008 at 08:50 PM
Not much really going on out at the Forum on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Though the players were summoned to the arena, there was a note on the dry erase board in big bold letters that NOBODY IS TO GO ON THE ICE. Instead, it was a video day and the players watched about 45 minutes to an hours worth of clips, likely showing what they did well in the first period and what they didn’t do so well in the third period.
Perhaps the most noteworthy element coming out of today was that defenseman Paul Ranger - who did skate, by the way - could possibly receive clearance either Monday or Tuesday to return to action, which means there’s a good chance he could be in the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Islanders. Lightning coach Barry Melrose said the team is as optimistic as they have been that Ranger will be cleared to return to the ice.
Caught up with Jeff Halpern today and he was walking around the locker room in a very casual manner. His rehab from major reconstructive is on target and he said he is hitting all his deadlines in terms of what he is able to do with the right knee which was damaged at the World Championships. Said the target date for a return remains mid-December at the earliest, a little later if they want to be cautious. He said that he’s skating every weekday for about an hour or so depending on whether or not he has company on the ice. Weekends, he takes off.
Noticed Jussi Jokinen walking around at one point with his left sandal in his hand while he was wearing the right sandal was still on his foot. That’s because his left foot was wrapped up in a bandage, although I didn’t see any kind of ice in the area.
Gary Roberts did take to the ice this morning, minus his pads, as he was trying out a couple of new sticks - or he was giving Paul Ranger some company on the ice, but definitely one or the other.
Hope everybody had a chance to catch the diary from Steven Stamkos this morning/afternoon. It was interesting to hear him talk about trying to find himself a place to live. He’s going to sit down with me on a weekly basis and let us into his journey through the NHL season from a rookie’s point of view.
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Por (Billy Charlebois) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
“Not much really going on out at the Forum” could be applied to the last time the “new look” Lightning played there.
Suggest removalPor (Justin) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
Sources say Marek Malik may be on his way to Tampa.
Suggest removalPor (Mike Joyce) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
One good thing with starting with 3 losses is that it can’t get much better, so it has to improve. On the other hand, it might be a good way to get rid of Melrose.
Suggest removalPor (Patrick) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
Marek Malik would be an AWFUL addition tot he Lightning. So going by that, it probably will happen….
Is Koci ever going to play on this team, or does one of our top players have to go down with an injury first?
and P.S., get Jussi off this hockey club. He belongs in Europe.
Suggest removalPor (Mike Joyce) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
Jussi isn’t the only player on the team that should be playing in Europe.
Suggest removalPor (HockeyFLA) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
Mike Joyce, let me ask you, CAN YOU HONESTLY TELL ME OR OTHER BOLT FANS THAT:
Suggest removal1. you can do a better job then Melrose.
2. you can actually go toe-to-toe stride-for-stride with Malone
3. you are a much better defenseman than Dan Boyle?
4. you can play much better than #14 and #25.
5. you can put a consortium of folks to buy the Bolts and make all the right personnel moves in 1 offseason.
If you answer NO to any of them then enough with all these cynicism. If you don’t like the product, don’t buy it. Pretty simple. And if you feel strongly about your criticisms and your supposed knowledge, call 301-6800, that is Premium Services and ask to talk to Barry, Brian, Tom, Len or Oren.
Por (earl scott) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
any truth to the rumor that 1 of our “big” forwards is being “shopped” ? ....would we be looking for a defenseman or goalie ???
Suggest removalPor (Jay) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
Well said HockeyFLA
Suggest removalPor (Mike Joyce) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
HockeyFLA,
It was numbers 14 and 23. Why don’t you learn to read and get over your idiocy.
You might also develop cojones and put your real name on your rants.
Suggest removalPor (HockeFLA aka Vince Galvano) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
Joyce, I was expecting to hear more about your expertise rather than point out 23 viv 25 as a reason for insult. Quite disappointed or did you answer YES to all of the questions?
Suggest removalPor (Mike Joyce) on October 13, 2008 (Suggest removal)
I see that you finally decided to reveal your name. I’m proud of you son.
Suggest removal