Congratulations to Tampa Bay Lightning prospect and Pro Tek coach, Nicola Riopel, who broke the ECHL Norfolk Admirals saves in a game franchise record tonight with a 54 saves performance.

Riopel lead his team to a 5-2 win over Elmira with 54 saves on 56 shots. This season, Nicola holds a 9-12-1 record with a solid .920s% and 2,59GAA. Rio is in the top 10 in the ECHL for save percentage.

Riopel has been working with Tampa Bay Lightning Goaltending Coach and Pro Tek Goaltending Lead Instructor, Frantz Jean, since 2006.

Congrats Rio