So, I’m curious about the Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning. They’ve been battling to kind of hang on to playoff spots. Technically, they’re out of the playoffs as of today.

With the NHL salary cap on the rise, the Lightning have the core locked up and plenty of seasons to contend in the future.

It's an unusual year for midseason trades in the NHL. Let's pick some ideal destinations for names still on the board.

BOTTOM LINE: The Ottawa Senators visit the Tampa Bay Lightning seeking to prolong a five-game win streak. Tampa Bay is 27-20-4 overall and 3-9-0 against the Atlantic Division. The Lightning have ...