Dating back to last summer, Steven Stamkos has been involved in speculation that he's leaving the Tampa Bay Lightning, and while a trade never eventuated, that reality appears to be coming true. Recently, TSN's Chris Johnston revealed that the Detroit Red Wings were a team to watch, as speculation continued growing that No. 91 will indeed hit the open market.
As of right now, all signs are pointing to Steven Stamkos leaving Tampa Bay in free agency, and after another 40 goal campaign in 2023-24, he's about to get paid in a big way.