Signs point to injured Lightning forward returning

Nov 4, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Pontus Holmberg (29) plays the puck forward against Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns (84) in the first period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn ImagesWhile the Tampa Bay Lightning’s defense is still, in the words of their goaltender, “Syracuse-ish” it appears that the forwards are getting healthier. Brayden Point’s status might still be in doubt, but based on Tuesday’s practice, it appears that another center could be ready to return to the line-up. Pontus Holmberg, who has been out of the line-up since early line-up was taking a regular shift.

He was also part of the unofficial sign of return…