If you were to ask Tampa Bay Lightning co-founder and Hockey Hall of Fame member Phil Esposito how he plans to celebrate his 83rd birthday this week, you’re likely to get somewhat of a non-answer.

Outspoken skipper John Tortorella was hired as the fourth head coach in Lightning history midway through the 2000-2001 season. In a little over six seasons, Tortorella coached Tampa Bay to four ...