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Lightning ready to draft Stamkos No. 1

** In this June 20, 2008 file photo, Steven Stamkos warms up before the CHL Top Prospects game in Edmonton. Jay Feaster calls his approach to the NHL draft

Steven Stamkos has never been to Tampa Bay. That’s very likely to change soon and, boy, will hockey fans know who the 18-year-old from Toronto is. Barring a knock-your-socks off trade, which is unlikely, Stamkos will be selected by the Lightning with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft on Friday night. It’s a decision general manager Jay Feaster refers to as “idiot proof,” while noting he already has the…

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