The Tampa Bay Lightning have made a significant roster move by acquiring forward Michael Milne from the Minnesota Wild. This trade occurred in exchange for forward Boris Katchouk. The announcement was made by the team’s Vice President and General Manager, Julien BriseBois.
Michael Milne’s Career Overview
Michael Milne, now 23 years old, is set to join the Syracuse Crunch in the American Hockey League (AHL). He has participated in 15 games with the Iowa Wild this season, where he has tallied two goals and a total of five points, alongside 14 penalty minutes.
AHL Performance Statistics
Milne’s performance over his AHL career has been noteworthy. Here are some of his key statistics:
- Career Games Played: 172
- Total Goals: 32
- Total Points: 65
- Penalty Minutes: 104
- Power-Play Goals: 7
- Game-Winning Goals: 5
Background Information on Michael Milne
Originally drafted in the third round of the 2022 NHL Draft, Milne was selected 89th overall by the Minnesota Wild. He hails from Abbotsford, British Columbia, and has dedicated his early career to honing his skills in the AHL.
With this trade, the Tampa Bay Lightning aim to boost their roster with Milne’s potential contributions. The team continues to shape its lineup as they compete in the ongoing season.
