In a surprise move, Tampa Bay Lightning General Manager Julien BriseBois took to the ice at TGH IcePlex to personally evaluate the team's prospects during the recent 3-on-3 development camp tournament. Following the event, BriseBois joined the young players on the ice, armed with a notebook and pen, to assess their skills firsthand. The move is a testament to BriseBois' commitment to identifying and developing the next generation of Lightning talent, with a particular focus on 2026 third-round draft pick. As the team looks to bolster its roster for the future, BriseBois' hands-on approach is likely to spark interest among fans and analysts alike.

Just after the conclusion of this year’s development camp 3-on-3 tournament at TGH IcePlex, BriseBois joined the Lightning prospects on the ice with pen and paper in hand. He called 2026 third-round ...