Geekie was used in a checking role by the Lightning, hounding puck carriers and causing chaos near the net. He has been an effective producer at every level he has played, including with the Syracuse Crunch earlier this season when given a larger role. Geekie averaged just over twelve minutes per game, a number that should increase as he earns a bigger role in the lineup. He remains a bit of a longer-term project, but once he breaks into the top six, his blend of size, physicality, and offensive ability should make him a player capable of contributing both hits and points.

Geekie has impressed enough out of camp that he has remained with the Lightning for half the season now. Currently in a bottom-six role with limited power play opportunities. As he continues to develop opportunities to break into the top-six and earn power play time should come. His worth could still be low due to his limited deployment so if you want to play the long game, he could be a good player to target.

As Tampa Bay’s clear best prospect, Geekie is expected to be able to challenge in camp for a roster spot. Odds are he will end up in the AHL to start the year. Geekie’s performance in the AHL will dictate how quickly he’ll make it onto the Lightning’s roster. If he can hit the ground running in his first AHL campaign, he should be first called up in the event of open spots in the big club. If Geekie needs time to adjust to the professional game, he’ll likely remain with the Syracuse Crunch for the whole season. Whatever the outcome for this year, Geekie should have an easier time making the Lightning’s roster next year.

On day two of the 2024 NHL Draft, Geekie was part of a massive trade between Utah HC and Tampa Bay. Geekie along with JJ Moser, a 2025 second-round pick and the 199th pick in the 2024 Draft were dealt to Tampa for defenseman Mikhail Sergachev. Heading to a team with a weak prospect pool, Geekie instantly becomes on of Tampa Bay’s top young players.

Between the Wenatchee Wild and Swift Current Broncos, Geekie notched 43 goals and 99 points in 55 games. It was the young centers best offensive year in the WHL, but he still played his strong 200-foot game. Geekie finishes his WHL career with 111 goals and 158 assists for 269 points in 215 games. Despite Swift Current acquiring Geekie in the hopes of a long playoff run, the team lost in the second round to eventual WHL champion Moose Jaw. He had a strong playoff though, putting up six goals and nine points in nine games. At the conclusion of Swift Current’s playoffs, Geekie headed to Tucson, where he suited up for two of their first-round matchup games. It’s expected Geekie plays 2024-25 in the AHL, adjusting to the pro ranks.