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Getting to know a Lightning: Vladislav Namestnikov

As the Penguins get ready for the Tampa Bay Lightning, we get you ready by looking into one of their players to know as a preview of the series

It's the Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning as the last two teams standing in the Eastern Conference. Who will play for the Stanley Cup? We'll soon find out. But first, let's look at who plays for the Lightning.

Height: 5'11"

Weight: 170 lbs

Born: November 22nd, 1992 (23 years old)

Drafted: TB 1st Round 2011, 27th Overall

2015-16 stat line: 80 games played, 14 goals, 21 assists, 45 penalty minutes

2014-15 playoff stat line: 14GP, 0G, 1A

2015-16 5v5 Advanced Stats: 55.