Lightning Reduce Training Camp Roster by 11

The Lightning reduced their roster to 26 players Sunday afternoon. Graphic Credit: Mike Smith | Thunderstruck Sports

By Mike Smith | Thunderstruck Sports

The Tampa Bay Lightning cut their training camp roster by 11 on Sunday afternoon, effectively setting their regular season roster. General Manager Julien BriseBois announced the lineup of 16 forwards, eight defensemen, and two goalies.

Injuries to Yanni Gourde and Dominic James will relegate them to the Injured Reserve list, leaving 14 active forwards prior to tomorrow's official deadline to submit rosters to the NHL.

For now, Benjamin Rautiainen remains on the roster. However, the team must reduce the roster by one by Monday, so he will likely return to Finland to finish his pro contract there.

The Lightning reduced their roster to 26 players Sunday afternoon. Graphic Credit: Mike Smith | Thunderstruck Sports

The Lightning will travel to New York City later this week for Thursday night's game at Madison Square Garden against the Rangers.