This is the offseason of Stamkos.
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos is the most coveted pending unrestricted free agent in recent memory, and by the time Friday's free-agent frenzy signing period begins, the 26-year-old sniper who has 312 goals and 562 points in 569 regular-season NHL games will likely have had 30 teams kicking his tires.
According to TSN's James Duthie, a good dozen or more are already chatting with Stamkos' agent during the current window of discussion allowed leading up to the July 1 signing period. Of those, half can be considered legitimate landing spots for the center, who will be 33 or 34 and in line for another potential payoff when his next contract ends.
Let's take a look at the best landing spots for Stamkos based on things like money, the potential to win championships and the quality of hockey environment.
THE LONGSHOTS
VANCOUVER CANUCKS
Pros: Playing with the Sedin twins is an attractive proposition, and the luxury of playing against the second tier of defenders could open up some promising matchups for Stamkos. Vancouver ...
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NHL Free Agency: Best Landing Spots for UFA Steven Stamkos
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