2008–09 Tampa Bay Lightning season
Player Former team Contract Terms
Adam Hall Pittsburgh Penguins 3 years , $ 1.8 million
Olaf Kolzig Washington Capitals 1 year , $ 1.5 million
Radim Vrbata Phoenix Coyotes 3 years , $ 9 million
Mark Recchi Atlanta Thrashers 1 year , $ 1.25 million
David Koci Chicago Blackhawks 1 year , $ 525,000
Brandon Bochenski Nashville Predators 2 years
Marek Malik New York Rangers 1 year , $ 1.25 million
The 2008-09 Tampa Bay Lightning season was the 17th season for the franchise in Tampa Bay. After a season of turnover in ownership, management and players, the team had a turbulent regular season. The Lightning failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup playoffs.