The contract negotiations between the Tampa Bay Lightning and pending free-agent center Steven Stamkos is attracting considerable interest among NHL fans and pundits. Some are speculating over potential destinations for the superstar sniper if he isn't re-signed before the Feb. 29 trade deadline.
As the Lightning hope to return to the Stanley Cup Final this season, it seems doubtful they'll trade Stamkos. It's also unlikely he'll waive his no-movement clause. However, if negotiations break down between now and the Feb. 29 trade deadline, it's possible he could be on the move.
A two-time winner of the Maurice Richard Trophy, Stamkos is among the NHL's top goal scorers.