Panthers F Ryan Lomberg (illness) out for Game 2 vs. Lightning

Field Level Media|published: Tue 23rd April, 12:01 2024

Apr 6, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center John Beecher (19) and Florida Panthers left wing Ryan Lomberg (94) grab each others jerseys during the first period at TD Garden. credits: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Florida Panthers forward Ryan Lomberg will miss Game 2 against the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday due to illness, coach Paul Maurice announced.

Steven Lorentz will draw into the lineup for the Panthers, who posted a 3-2 win over the Lightning in Sunday's opener of the best-of-seven Eastern Conference first-round series.

Lomberg, 29, recorded seven points (five goals, two assists) in 75 games this season. He registered one shot on goal in 6:32 of ice time Sunday in Sunrise, Fla.

Lorentz, 28, totaled three points (one goal, two assists) in 38 games this season.

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