TAMPA BAY - The Tampa Bay Lightning announced today that they will participate in the 2018 NHL Prospects Showcase, a three-team tournament at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida from September 8-11. The Lightning will field a team of their top prospects to compete against those of the Washington Capitals and the Nashville Predators. The games are free and open to the public. The Lightning's participation is presented by Florida Blue.

The Lightning's full practice schedule and roster will be made available at a later date. The complete game schedule is below:

Date Game Time

Saturday, Sept 8 Washington at Nashville 1 p.m.

Sunday, Sept 9 Nashville at Tampa Bay 1 p.m.

Monday, Sept 10 Tampa Bay at Washington 10 a.m.

Tuesday, Sept 11 Nashville at Washington 11:30 a.m.