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Originally Posted by GioforPM
Stamkos should really have a look at TB’s cap. I’m sure they will make him an offer, but they have to move money. They are paying 3 guys $9.5, plus others at 8.5, 7.875, 6.5 and 6.25. That Nick Paul signing is hurting them.
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The Lightning are in a bit of an unusual spot. They have a franchise vet, who likely wants a great payout, but they are also a highly competitive team. Usually, the team winds down with the franchise vet, and the team costs out a few more seasons, rewarding the now past his prime vet.
It wasn't really the Stamkos era that got the Lightning their cups either. He only played 1 game in their first cup run.
The Lightning need to make a tough choice. If Stamkos wants to stay around, i has to be at a discount and not at a retirement rate.