Center Tyler Johnson could return to the lineup tonight, giving the Lightning a boost against the Kings.
"We're better team with Johnny on the ice," coach Jon Cooper said. "He's playing this week at some point, hopefully it's tonight."
Johnson (upper body) said he's feeling good, and him playing after missing three games is up to the coaches/doctors.
"It's always hard to miss games," Johnson said. "But it's kind of nice to have a break in a way too, I feel a bit refreshed and ready to go. Watching the team battle like they have, it lights a fire under everyone.