It’s Eastern Conference day in the NHL as first the Islanders are at the Lightning at 3pm EST (NBC, CBC, TVAS) leading the series 1-0. Then at 8pm EST (NBC, CBC, TVAS) the Capitals are hosting the Penguins, leading 1-0 as well. However, just before puck drop in that game in Washington is the small matter of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft Lottery.
Click here for a primer on the lottery tonight and what it entails.
Apologies for the lateness of getting this thread posted, the Lightning lead 2-1 and we’re just into the second period.