Fri, Dec 2, 2011 at 7:20pm

BOLTS, CATS SWAP FOUR

The Tampa Bay Lightning acquired defensemen Mike Kostka and Evan Oberg from the Florida Panthers for forward James Wright and defenseman Mike Vernace.

What does it give the Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lightning add extra defensive depth here. Oberg has a little NHL experience (Vancouver), while Kostka could be a bit of a late-bloomer in a new system.

What does it give the Florida Panthers
Wright was once a very promising forward prospect with Tampa Bay, but his progress has stagnated. This move should help him. Vernace adds some of the depth lost on defense.

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