Sami Salo (lower body) had tests done this morning; came back negative, considered day-to-day and Aulie getting close to return as well.

Lindback first off the ice, so he'll get the start tonight, Cooper said Bishop a good possibility for tomorrow in NY

Desjardins, finally reunited with his pads, will be heading back to Syracuse today as Bishop is activated

Stamkos said 8-week x-ray was good, rehab has accelerated a bit more off ice, still has some issues with tight turns

Victor Hedman has no lingering effects from Saturday's hit from Hartnell, had no comment on Hartnell not getting a hearing/suspension


And finally, #tblightning G prospect Kristers Gudlevskis was named AHL player of the week; 2-0-1, 2 shutouts, 0.65 GAA and .973 save%

Adam Erne is the QMJHL's second star of the week. In 4 games, he scored 5 goals and added 5 assists for a total of 10 points.