Lightning's Steven Stamkos: Off crutches and riding bike in rehab

Stamkos (knee) is walking without crutches and riding an exercise bike, the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Analysis:

The no-crutches sighting Monday after the team practiced was a great sign -- the Bolts could use an emotional boost, and this signals that Stammer's rehab is progressing on target. Stamkos is still expected to miss a total of four months, putting his earliest return in mid-March.