Lightning Claim Tim Wallace Off Waivers from NY Islanders

The Tampa Bay Lightning have announced that they have claimed right wing Tim Wallace off waivers from the New York Islanders. In 31 games this season with the Islanders, he had one assist. He also appeared in 24 games with Bridgeport of the AHL, scoring nine goals and 11 assists for 20 points. This is really just a depth move for the Lightning, as Wallace could likely spend a good chunk of the rest of the season in the minors. However, with the Lightning trading off assets as the February 27 Trade Deadline approaches, he could see some time in the NHL if more players are traded.

Penguins Re-Sign Forward Wallace & Defenseman Lovejoy

The Pittsburgh Penguins have announced that they have re-signed right wing Tim Wallace to a two-year contract and defenseman Ben Lovejoy to a one-year contract. Terms of both deals were not disclosed. Wallace appeared in 16 games last season with the Penguins, scoring two assists. He also played in 58 games for the Penguins’ AHL affiliate in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, scoring 11 goals and eight assists for 19 points. Lovejoy appeared in two games with the Penguins last season, his first in the NHL, scoring no points. He also played in 76 games for Wilkes/Barre-Scranton, scoring seven goals and 24 assists for 31 points and 84 penalty minutes. These are not bad depth signings for the Penguins, as both players have a chance to make the team next season. Wallace gives the team plenty of offensive depth and could likely play on the fourth line next season. Lovejoy has good size and toughness and has plenty of offensive potential. Given the depth on the Penguins’ defense next season, he could be end up being the seventh defenseman unless there is an injury at some point.