Cernak produced an assist, three shots on goal and four hits in Thursday's 7-6 overtime win over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak helped spark the Lightning's third-period rally, setting up Ross Colton at 13:43 of the frame. The 24-year-old Cernak isn't known for much offense, but he was solid with 18 points in 46 outings last season. He'll play in a top-four role on the blue line, and he also provides a physical presence, as he came up two hits short of a triple-digit total in the category for a third straight season in 2020-21.