After a seemingly endless summer, the 2021-22 NHL season is finally here. Later tonight the Tampa Bay Lightning will officially kick off the season against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Lightning kick off a full 82-game season on the league’s new broadcast partner, ESPN, and their will be a few new faces on the roster when the puck drops.
Unfortunately, one face that will not be there is Alex Barré-Boulet’s. Considered by some to be the Bolts best prospect, the young forward was claimed on waivers by the Seattle Kraken. It could be a good move for both the player and the club as ABB will likely get a shot at top-six minutes and the Kraken need all the offensive help they can find.