Tampa Bay Lightning: Four standout players from preseason so far

Apr 13, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Michael Eyssimont (23) is congratulated by center Ross Colton (79) after he scored a goal as Detroit Red Wings left wing Dominik Kubalik (81) looks on during the third period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 29, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Jonas Johansson (31) makes a save against the Carolina Hurricanes in the first period during preseason at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports /

Tampa Bay Lightning Preseason Standouts: Jonas Johansson

It still isn’t ideal for a team to head into the regular season where its most experienced goalie has under 40 NHL games under their belt, but as of now, that is the situation the Lightning are in.

And there is plenty of reason to be concerned about Jonas Johansson holding up once the regular season begins.

But at least for one night this preseason, Johansson showed there is a glimmer of hope if he is between the pipes.

In his lone appearance against Carolina, Johansson faced 42 shots and stopped all 42 shots. These were not easy shots either, as he faced 13 high-danger chances, and Carolina’s expected goals from that game were 4.3.

Tampa doesn’t need Johansson to be the Big Cat for six months. They just need someone halfway competent for two.

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