Plot twist involving Steven Stamkos and the Canadiens

This trade could influence the future of Steven Stamkos with the team.

More and more journalists are speculating that the Montreal Canadiens, with Kent Hughes and Martin St-Louis, might target Stamkos this summer.

The addition of McDonagh, with his $6.75 million per year contract, complicates the already tight salary cap situation for the Lightning. Currently, the team has only $5.035 million in cap space for the 2024-25 season, making it difficult to extend Stamkos's contract.

This trade could therefore open the door for a possible move of Stamkos to Montreal, especially if other personnel changes are considered by the Lightning.

Uncertainty looms over Stamkos's future in Tampa Bay, making the situation interesting to follow for the Montreal Canadiens.

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Échange annoncé: développement majeur pour Steven Stamkos et Montréal