Tampa Bay Lightning general manager and vice president of hockey operations Julien BriseBois on Monday repeatedly spoke about the faith he holds in his NHL roster during his annual midseason media availability.

According to team data, BriseBois said, the Lightning rank seventh in fewest turnovers that lead to scoring chances, compared to 19th last season. But the goals that have come off turnovers have

You don't have these strong statistical numbers, underlying numbers, especially the goal differential, unless you are a very good hockey team."

Lightning defenseman Emil Lilleberg gets hit with a punishment for his hit during a game over the weekend against the Red Wings.

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Emil Lilleberg has been suspended two games without pay by the NHL for interference against Detroit forward J.T. Compher on Saturday night, an infraction that resulted in a minor penalty during the Red Wings' 2-0 victory.

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Emil Lilleberg was suspended two games for interference against Detroit Red Wings forward J.T. Compher following a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Monday.