Stamkos, Stralman chasing returns in East finals

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PITTSBURGH — Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos and defenseman Anton Stralman practiced Friday, with both hoping to make their playoff debuts during the Eastern Conference finals against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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Stamkos did not wear a red no-contact jersey, but that’s because it was an optional morning skate at Consol Energy Center. He did not participate in contact drills and has not been cleared to play.

“I feel great,” Stamkos said. “Like I’ve said before, I’m just giving myself a chance to be ready if that time comes. I feel like I’m up to game shape. That’s …

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