TAMPA BAY – The Tampa Bay Lightning today announced their 50-man roster for the team’s 2016 Training Camp, presented by Florida Blue, which opens on Thursday, September 22 at AMALIE Arena with medical and physical testing. The roster features 28 forwards, 16 defensemen and six goaltenders. Also in camp will be the 24 players representing the Lightning in the 2016 Prospect Tournament, taking place in Coral Springs. Players are expected to begin the media day portion around 9:30 a.m. after testing is complete, although that time is subject to change.
The Lightning will have 12 players missing the start of camp while they participate in the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.