Lightning’s Stamkos out for Game 2 vs. Penguins

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PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos will not be playing in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals Monday night in Pittsburgh.

But the star forward, who has been out of action since early April after undergoing surgery to remove a blood clot in his right collarbone area, remains hopeful of playing in this series against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

“I’m hoping there is a chance for (Game 3) or the game after that,” Stamkos told reporters Monday morning after taking part in an optional workout.

That said, Stamkos also warned that they may not ever get to a point where doctors feel it’s safe for him to play this season given the use of blood thinners that are part of his recovery protocol.

“We could come to the conclusion …

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