One Year Later: Where Does Sam O'Reilly Go From Here?

A year has passed since Sam O'Reilly was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning, and now it's time to assess whether the move has paid dividends for both player and organization. O'Reilly's trajectory since the deal will tell us plenty about the Lightning's ability to develop talent and whether the trade was a win for Tampa Bay. The coming months will be critical in determining if this was a shrewd acquisition or a move that looks better in hindsight than it does on the ice.