News
Rumors
Schedule
Standings
Roster
Injuries
More

Lightning free-agency rumors

TAMPA, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 08: Alex Killorn #17 of the Tampa Bay Lightning celebrates a goal during a game against the Edmonton Oilers at Amalie Arena on November 08, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning should prioritize re-signing Alex Killorn over Tanner Jeannot

Stephen Parrino

|

Jun 28, 2023

The Case for Tampa Bay Lightning Signing Oliver Ekman-Larsson

Henry Yoho

|

Jun 20, 2023

Five free agents the Tampa Bay Lightning should avoid

Benjamin Henderson

|

Jun 17, 2023

Breaking Down the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Unrestricted Free Agents

Henry Yoho

|

May 12, 2023

TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 29: Steven Stamkos #91 of the Tampa Bay Lightning celebrates a goal in the third period during Game Six of the First Round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Amalie Arena on April 29, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Stamkos: “This is the Only Jersey I Ever Want to Wear“

Henry Yoho

|

May 2, 2023

ST PAUL, MN - JUNE 24: 27th overall pick Vladislav Namestnikov of the Tampa Bay Lightning poses for a portrait during day one of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft at Xcel Energy Center on June 24, 2011 in St Paul, Minnesota. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

Lightning splurge on free agents and contract extensions to begin free agency

Stephen Parrino

|

Jul 14, 2022

TAMPA, FLORIDA - JUNE 05: Mikhail Sergachev #98 of the Tampa Bay Lightning checks Barclay Goodrow #21 of the New York Rangers during the first period in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amalie Arena on June 05, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

History suggests Cernak, Cirelli, and Sergachev contract extensions could happen this summer

Stephen Parrino

|

Jul 4, 2022

May 14, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Nicholas Paul (20) celebrates scoring a goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period of game seven of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Nick Paul Re-Signs in Tampa for Seven Years

Henry Yoho

|

Jul 1, 2022

Jul 7, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Ross Colton (79) reacts after scoring a goal against Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price (not pictured) during the second period in game five of the 2021 Stanley Cup Final at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Ross Colton agrees to 2-year contract with the Lightning

Danny Bennett

|

Aug 9, 2021

Jun 21, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Tyler Johnson (9) passes the puck as New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson (8) defends during the first period in game five of the Stanley Cup Semifinals at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Could the Lightning trade a big name to free cap space?

Danny Bennett

|

Jul 27, 2021

Sep 21, 2020; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk (22) and Dallas Stars left wing Roope Hintz (24) during the first period in game two of the 2020 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

Lightning 5 on 4: Free Agent Frenzy

James Yarcho

|

Oct 11, 2020

Aug 25, 2020; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning center Alex Killorn (17) skates with the puck during the second period in game two of the second round of the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Boston Bruins at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Lightning: No big moves…yet

James Yarcho

|

Oct 7, 2020

(Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning re-sign Brayden Point to a three-year deal

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Sep 23, 2019

(Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning sign defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Aug 5, 2019

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 28: (L-R) Shea Weber #6 of the Montreal Canadiens, Erik Karlsson #65 of the Ottawa Senators and Victor Hedman #77 of the Tampa Bay Lightning look on during player introductions prior to the 2017 Coors Light NHL All-Star Skills Competition at Staples Center on January 28, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning: Twitter reactions to Erik Karlsson rumors

Lane Fahey

|

Jul 19, 2018

(Photo by Scott Audette/NHLI via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning re-signs Adam Erne to one-year, one-way deal

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Jul 11, 2018

(Photo by Scott Audette/NHLI via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning re-signs Cedric Paquette to a one-year deal

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Jul 5, 2018

(Photo by Scott Audette/NHLI via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning re-signs Slater Koekkoek to one-year deal

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Jul 2, 2018

(Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning re-signs Ryan McDonagh to 7-year deal

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Jul 1, 2018

TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 27: John Tavares #91 of the New York Islanders and Steven Stamkos #91 of the Tampa Bay Lightning take part in the 2018 GEICO NHL All-Star Skills Competition at Amalie Arena on January 27, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning: What it will take to sign John Tavares

Lane Fahey

|

Jun 28, 2018

(Photo by Scott Audette/NHLI via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning Free Agents: Should they stay or should they go?

Chase Kimball

|

Jun 21, 2018

TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 12: Michael Bournival

Tampa Bay Lightning re-sign Michael Bournival to a 1-Year Extension

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Jul 15, 2017

TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 3: Fans pass the flag across during the National Anthem before the game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Washington Capitals at Amalie Arena on December 3, 2016 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Scott Audette/NHLI via Getty Images)

Tampa Bay Lightning fans react to new Ondrej Palat deal

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Jul 14, 2017

TAMPA, FL - APRIL 2: Ondrej Palat

Tampa Bay Lightning sign F Ondrej Palat to 5-year contract extension

Hunter Eitel

|

Jul 14, 2017

Tampa Bay Lightning free agency: Analyzing the Tyler Johnson deal

Kevin Tall

|

Jul 12, 2017

TAMPA, FL - APRIL 2: Tyler Johnson

Tampa Bay Lightning sign F Tyler Johnson to a 7-Year Contract Extension

Tasha St. Pierre

|

Jul 10, 2017

TAMPA, FL - OCTOBER 13: Tyler Johnson

Tampa Bay Lightning F Ondrej Palat and F Tyler Johnson salary arbitration dates set

Chase Kimball

|

Jul 10, 2017

TAMPA, FL - OCTOBER 18: Ondrej Palat

Tampa Bay Lightning should sign Ondrej Palat first

Hunter Eitel

|

Jul 8, 2017

Legal Disclaimer

Accessibility Statement

© 2025 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Minute Media or its affiliates and related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.