Frontrunner To Land Steven Stamkos Has Emerged
The Tampa Bay Lightning are eyeing their seventh consecutive appearance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but there's uncertainty surrounding one of their key players, Steven Stamkos, who becomes an unrestricted free agent this summer. While the Lightning are expected to make every effort to re-sign Stamkos, speculation suggests he might explore other options if he doesn't stay in Tampa Bay.
Frontrunner To Land Steven Stamkos Revealed
During an appearance on The Jeff Marek Show, ESPN's Greg Wyshynski mentioned the Nashville Predators as a potential landing spot for Stamkos. Despite Stamkos' long tenure with the Lightning, Wyshynski believes Nashville could offer an appealing change of scenery, considering their stable environment and potential for mentorship and goal-scoring opportunities.
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to weigh in on Stamkos' looming free agency and outlines the #Preds as a landing spot if he doesn't re-sign.
Stamkos, a Markham, Ontario native, has enjoyed a successful 16-year career with the Lightning, winning two Stanley Cups. However, with his contract expiring, there's uncertainty about his future.
While it's difficult to picture Stamkos with any team other than the Lightning, he could fit well with the Predators, given their strong core and promising prospects.
What do you think? Will Steven Stamkos leave the Tampa Bay Lightning this summer? Share your thoughts in the poll below.
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14 MARS | 137 ANSWERS Frontrunner To Land Steven Stamkos Has Emerged Where do you think Stamkos signs? | ||
| Tampa Bay | 67 | 48.9 % |
| Nashville | 20 | 14.6 % |
| Carolina | 15 | 10.9 % |
| Other | 35 | 25.5 % |
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