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Tampa Bay Lightning: Who To Draft?

The first part was in the form of getting a new head coach, as that should be the first step, at this point. Regardless of who the coach is, however, this second part is going to happen, and they need to get it right. It’s the NHL entry draft.

Where Will The Lightning Be Picking?

The Lightning will be picking probably 20th overall in the upcoming NHL entry draft. Here are some potential options available for the Lightning at, or around, the 20th overall selection.

BOISBRIAND, QC - OCTOBER 20:  Raphael Lavoie #50 of the Halifax Mooseheads skates against the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada during the QMJHL game at Centre d'Excellence Sports Rousseau on October 20, 2017 in Boisbriand, Quebec, Canada.  The Halifax Mooseheads defeated the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada 4-2.  (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

Raphael Lavoie, C, Halifax Mooseheads, QMJHL

The 6’4, 198 pound center has great size, and could help make a generally small team like the Lightning a little bit bigger.