Jake Guentzel

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Lightning Strikes with Jake Guentzel Trade: A Win-Win Move

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Big news in the NHL as the Lightning acquire the rights to Jake Guentzel from the Hurricanes! 🏒⚡️

The Tampa Bay Lightning made a splash in the offseason by acquiring the rights to Jake Guentzel from the Carolina Hurricanes. In exchange for the talented forward, the Lightning gave up a third-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. Guentzel, a 29-year-old player, showcased his skills last season by scoring 30 goals and earning 77 points while playing for both the Hurricanes and the Pittsburgh Penguins. This trade provides the Lightning with a valuable asset to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season.

The move comes as a strategic decision for the Lightning, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Steven Stamkos's future in Tampa. By securing Guentzel's rights, the Lightning's General Manager, Julien BriseBois, has ensured a potentially strong replacement if needed. Guentzel's versatility on the ice and scoring ability make him a coveted player in the league, adding depth and skill to the Lightning's lineup.

This trade not only benefits the Lightning but also highlights the active dynamics of the NHL offseason. Player movements and acquisitions are keeping fans on the edge of their seats as teams gear up for the new season. With the trade deadline looming, teams are eager to secure key players like Guentzel to enhance their competitiveness and make a run for the Stanley Cup. The Lightning's acquisition of Guentzel sets the stage for an exciting season ahead.

In the fast-paced world of the NHL, trades and player acquisitions can shape a team's success. The Lightning's move to acquire Guentzel demonstrates their commitment to building a strong and competitive roster. As fans eagerly await the start of the season, all eyes will be on Guentzel to see how he integrates into the Lightning's lineup and contributes to their quest for hockey glory.

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Lightning acquire rights to Jake Guentzel from Hurricanes (Sportsnet.ca)

The Lightning completed a trade with the Carolina Hurricanes to get the rights to Jake Guentzel in exchange for a third-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.

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Lightning acquire F Jake Guentzel from Carolina (Official site of the Tampa Bay Lightning)

Guentzel, 29, skated in 67 games between the Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins last season, recording 30 goals and 77 points with a plus-25 rating. After being ...

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LNH | Le Lightning obtient les droits de Jake Guentzel (La Presse)

Si c'est bel et bien la fin du séjour de Steven Stamkos à Tampa, Julien BriseBois s'est offert une bonne option de remplacement.

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LNH: Jake Guentzel passe au Lightning - TVA Sports (TVA Sports)

Incapables de s'entendre avec Jake Guentzel, les Hurricanes ont échangé les droits de négociation de l'attaquant au Lightning, dimanche.

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Tampa Bay Lightning acquire the rights to Jake Guentzel on the eve ... (CBC.ca)

A men's hockey player adjusts his glove. Jake Guentzel is shown in this May 2024 file photo. The Carolina Hurricanes acquired him from the Pittsburgh Penguins ...

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Le Lightning obtient le droit de négocier avec Jake Guentzel (ICI.Radio-Canada.ca)

Le Lightning de Tampa Bay a échangé un choix de 3e tour en 2025 aux Hurricanes de la Caroline afin d'obtenir les droits sur l'attaquant Jake Guentzel, ...

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Lightning Acquire Jake Guentzel in Trade With Hurricanes (Sports Illustrated)

The Tampa Bay Lightning made a major addition early into the NHL offseason, securing the services of Jake Guentzel in a trade with the Carolina Hurricanes ...

Le Lightning acquiert les droits pour négocier avec l'attaquant Jake ... (Le Canada Français)

Le Lightning de Tampa Bay a pris une longueur d'avance sur le marché des joueurs autonomes en faisant l'acquisition des droits pour négocier avec ...

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Lightning trade for potential Canucks UFA target Jake Guentzel (Canucks Army)

One of the biggest fish set to hit the free agent market on Monday mig...

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Guentzel traded to Lightning by Hurricanes for 3rd-round pick in ... (NHL.com)

Jake Guentzel was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning by the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday for a third-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.

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Les droits de Guentzel passent à Tampa, qui bouge deux fois (RDS)

Ne manquez pas l'émission spéciale sur l'ouverture du marché des joueurs autonomes lundi à compter de 11 h sur les ondes de RDS, RDS Info et le RDS.ca.

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Tampa Bay Lightning acquire the rights to Jake Guentzel (CP24 Toronto's Breaking News)

The Lightning sent a 2025 third-round draft pick to the Carolina Hurricanes. The move allows the Lightning to sign Guentzel before he hits the open market on ...

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Jake Guentzel Traded to Lightning; Hurricanes Land 3rd-Round ... (Bleacher Report)

The Tampa Bay Lightning traded a 2025 third-round pick to acquire signing rights to former Carolina Hurricanes winger Jake Guentzel, the team announced…

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LNH: Jake Guentzel passe au Lightning (Le Journal de Montréal)

Incapables de s'entendre avec Jake Guentzel, les Hurricanes ont échangé les droits de négociation de l'attaquant au Lightning, dimanche.

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Jake Guentzel, Lightning agree to terms on contract (Sportsnet.ca)

Sportsnet can confirm that the Tampa Bay Lightning and the scoring winger have come to terms on a contract, just hours after his rights were traded by the ...

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Source: Jake Guentzel, Tampa Bay Lightning agree on contract ... (ESPN)

On the same day the Tampa Bay Lightning acquired his negotiating rights from the Carolina Hurricanes, the club agreed to a new contract with coveted winger ...

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Lightning Reportedly Reach Agreement With Jake Guentzel (The Hockey News)

Earlier today, the Lightning took a gamble and acquired Jake Guentzel's signing rights from the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for a third-round pick.

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Report: Lightning agree to terms on contract with would-be Canucks ... (Canucks Army)

The Tampa Bay Lightning have agreed to terms on a contract extension with pending unrestricted free agent winger Jake Guentzel, Daily Faceoff hockey insider ...

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NHL Rumors: Jake Guentzel, Lightning Agree to New Contract After ... (Bleacher Report)

Jake Guentzel and the Tampa Bay Lightning agreed to a new contract on Sunday, according to Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff. The terms of the deal were not…

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Carolina Hurricanes trade rights to forward Jake Guentzel to Tampa ... (Raleigh News & Observer)

The Carolina Hurricanes, who traded for forward Jake Guentzel in March, have traded his rights to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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LNH: Jake Guentzel passe au Lightning (Le Journal de Québec)

Incapables de s'entendre avec Jake Guentzel, les Hurricanes ont échangé les droits de négociation de l'attaquant au Lightning, dimanche.

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Lightning sign forward Jake Guentzel to a seven-year contract (Official site of the Tampa Bay Lightning)

Guentzel skated in 67 games between the Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins last season, recording 30 goals and 77 points with a plus-25 rating.

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Jake Guentzel signs with the Lightning hours before NHL free ... (KGET 17)

NHL free agency begins Monday with high-producing recent Stanley Cup champions Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault among the top players available.

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Lightning, Guentzel agree to seven-year, $63 million deal (TSN)

The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Jake Guentzel to a seven-year, $63 million deal with an annual cap hit of $9 million.

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