Even with a slight bump in salary cap space and no pending restricted free agents that will need huge raises, it’s going to be another tough offseason for Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois. The biggest piece of the 2024 puzzle is also the one that he has to figure out first – Steven Stamkos. The Lightning’s on-ice captain and franchise icon is set to hit unrestricted free agency following another 40-goal season. While he might be an elder statesman in a league dominated by 20-somethings, the 34-year-old would be a prized target for many teams if he can’t come to an agreement with Mr.
“Nothing is off the table” – Julien BriseBois enters the summer with decisions to make
