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Jonathan Marchessault has signed with the Panthers, a two-year deal at $750,000, per TSN.
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Yzerman 'confident' Lightning can sign Nikita Kucherov
With captain Steven Stamkos and defenseman Victor Hedman both locked up for eight more years, the attention turns to another foundation-type player, wing Nikita Kucherov.
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Steven Stamkos said he followed his heart to Tampa
Lightning captain Steven Stamkos said there were a couple sleepless nights throughout this whirlwind contract saga.
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Lightning buys out veteran defenseman Matt Carle's contract
Veteran defenseman Matt Carle is being bought out by the Lightning, giving the team much-needed cap relief as it tries to sign other restricted free agents.
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Steven Stamkos staying with Lightning
All along, captain Steven Stamkos maintained he wanted to re-sign with the Lightning.
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Lightning reportedly interested in Andrew Ladd
Lightning GM Steve Yzerman has said they had to go forward with some decisions and plans, even as the wait continues on whether captain Steven Stamkos will re-sign.
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Why a sign and trade with Steven Stamkos is possible
The Steven Stamkos Sweeptakes could be over before Friday's opening of free agency, whether he re-signs with the Lightning or not.
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How the tax factor favors the Lightning in the Steven Stamkos sweepstakes
With captain Steven Stamkos just four days away from being the most coveted unrestricted free agent in years, there will be no shortage of suitors likely offering more annually than the Lightning. Tampa Bay is still in the mix, however.
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Kucherov, Killorn among those receiving qualifying offers
The Lightning issued qualifying offers Monday to most of their remaining restricted free agents, including wings Nikita Kucherov and Alex Killorn.
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Steven Stamkos sweepstakes begin
The Steven Stamkos Sweepstakes have officially begun, and there's going to be no shortage of suitors trying to reel him in.
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Lightning trades former first-round pick Anthony DeAngelo
When the Lightning Anthony DeAngelo 19th overall in 2014, it showed a lot of faith and confidence in the touted defenseman despite supposed character concerns.
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Flames acquire Elliott from Blues, eliminating potential Ben Bishop suitor
UPDATE, 8:20 p.m.: The Calgary Flames acquired goalie Brian Elliott from the St. Louis Blues, eliminating one potential suitor for the Lightning's Ben Bishop. The Blues received the 35th overall pick in the draft and a conditional third-round pick.
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Lightning signs Brown, Paquette, Witkowski
The Lightning started chipping away at its many restricted free agents Friday, signing three, including RW J.T. Brown and C Cedric Paquette to two-year deals.
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Yzerman prepared to deal goalie if it makes sense
Lightning goalie Ben Bishop has been one of the hottest names on the trade market, especially with the Flames looking for a No. 1 goalie.
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Yzerman hasn't 'closed any doors' on Steven Stamkos deal
Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman indicated Thursday he's gotten the clarity he needs regarding captain Steven Stamkos' contract situation. "For the time being," he said. Yzerman is just not ready to reveal it.
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Flames in market for goalie, targeting Ben Bishop?
It's no secret the Calgary Flames are looking for a No. 1 goaltender, hoping to land one at this weekend's draft. And you'd have to think they'd try to pry Lightning goalie Ben Bishop. It's no secret the Calgary Flames are looking for a No. 1 goaltender, hoping to land one at this weekend's draft.
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Ryan Callahan out five months after hip surgery
Lightning wing Ryan Callahan was playing through an undisclosed lower body injury late in the season and throughout the playoffs. Now we know how serious it was.
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Lightning full schedule released
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All 'quiet' on Ben Bishop front — so far
The NHL's silly season continues, with the draft this weekend and free agency opening July 1. Beware of fake Twitter accounts and false rumors. The NHL's silly season continues, with the draft this weekend and free agency opening July 1.
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Yzerman hopes to have clarity on Stamkos by weekend
Lightning general manager Steve Yzerman has maintained his goal and intention is to sign captain Steven Stamkos to a long-term deal.
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