BROOKLYN, N.Y. — The Lightning felt some sudden shock when it was learned on Friday that captain Steven Stamkos was going to be out of action for up to three months with a blood clot.
“Completely shocked, really, almost in disbelief. You feel for the guy so much,’’ center Brian Boyle said. “He’s such a great guy and he’s such a close friend. On a personal level it makes you sick to your stomach, almost. The passion and drive that kid has for this team and the game, the way he conducts and handles himself, he does everything the right way, it seems a bit unfair.