TAMPA – So much about Ben Bishop’s practice routine on Wednesday felt familiar.
The 6-foot-7 netminder moved across the Amalie Arena ice, going through shooting drills with teammates. His signature glow-in-the-dark goalie helmet rested upon his head.
The only thing different was instead of wearing blue, Bishop donned victory green as he practiced before departing the ice and headed down the visiting team hallway currently occupied by the Dallas Stars.
On Thursday, he figures to occupy the visiting team net, making his return visit, now a member of the opposing team.
For all that Bishop meant ...
