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Ryan McDonagh Trade Rumors: Do the Tampa Bay Lightning NEED a Big Deal to Shake Up the Blueline?
Ryan McDonagh is entering the last year of his contract with Tampa Bay Lightning, and despite being vocal about wanting to stay with the Bolts long-term, a new report says Julien BriseBois could consider trading their veteran blueliner. On today's show, we debate whether it makes more sense for the Lightning to trade or keep McDonagh -- and if McDonagh stays, do the Lightning NEED a big trade to improve weak spots on their blueline?
Plus, we break down the Lightning's 2025-2026 schedule, including one stretch considered the toughest ANY NHL team will have to tackle this season.
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