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Andrei Vasilevskiy Injured As Lightning Salary Cap Issue Worsens
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Vasilevskiy remains the choice among NHL skaters for the title of best goalie in the world
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Lightning's Andrei Vasilevskiy subs in during play
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When 'soft goals' aren't actually soft, featuring Andrei Vasilevskiy - Daily Faceoff
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Tampa Bay Lightning 2023-24 season preview: Playoff chances, projected points, roster rankings - The Athletic
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Where is Andrei Vasilevskiy? Why Lightning star goaltender is missing the start of the NHL season
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Avalanche dethrone Lightning to win Stanley Cup for 3rd time
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Lightning outlast Blue Jackets 3-2 in 5 OT thriller
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Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy to miss 2 months
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Lightning, Andrei Vasilevskiy cool off red-hot Predators
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Rangers' Igor Shesterkin hits Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy with ultimate praise ahead of ECF 'battle
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Vasilevskiy injury will be difficult for Lightning to overcome