Lightning's Austin Watson: Links up with Tampa on PTO

Watson (lower body) signed a professional tryout agreement with the Lightning on Wednesday, per CapFriendly.

Watson was reportedly looking for a multi-year deal this offseason, but he'll have to settle for a camp invitation. The 31-year-old forward is a strong bottom-six option with penalty-killing skills, and there's a good chance he could receive a contract from the Lightning to bolster their fourth line before the 2023-24 season gets underway.