Tampa's Hidden Gem Prospect Pipeline | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

Tampa Bay Lightning may not boast a flashy prospect pool, but they’ve built a reputation on turning overlooked players into NHL contributors—proving their depth lies in savvy development, not just draft stock. Conor Geekie’s raw upside, Dylan Duke’s scoring flashes, and Sam O’Reilly’s championship pedigree are among the names rising. Ethan Gauthier’s AHL playmaking, Jan Golicic’s steady defense, and Everett Baldwin’s offensive potential hint at future roles. Recent picks like Oleg Kulebiakin and Tomas Kralovic add skill and international experience, while Morgan Anderberg and Cooper Soller…