Michael Stuart: Steven Stamkos Wants to Stay

No

No
- As_I_See_It

I'm so sorry.

I'm so sorry.
- Michael_Stuart

Now leafs fans will be all over Tavares until snow can talk to him about an extension.

Now leafs fans will be all over Tavares until snow can talk to him about an extension.
- Isles_since_6

I'm so sorry.

He'd be stupid to leave if he really wants to win, TB is absolutely stacked with young talent.

"The business side will work itself out. I want to be here in Nashville," Suter said. "I love it here. I'm not worried about it. I'm just focused on playing and winning."

- Ryan Suter, Sept. 2011

- Ryan Suter, Sept. 2011
- ProudestMonkey

whats stammer supposed to say.

i cant wait to cash in somewhere playing for 12 million, some idiot will pay me



with that being said, i have no doubts he stays in Tbay.

Damn right! Now how much does he want?

whats stammer supposed to say.

i cant wait to cash in somewhere playing for 12 million, some idiot will pay me



with that being said, i have no doubts he stays in Tbay.
- Lucas Neilson

It could just be that he has to say that, because it is the politically correct answer.

- Ryan Suter, Sept. 2011
- ProudestMonkey

Nashville wasn't a legit contender with tons of young talent coming up. He could be BS'ing, but he's be stupid to leave this situation if winning really is the most important to him(I assume he'll get paid as the top player or near the top of the league regardless of whether he stays or goes).

- Ryan Suter, Sept. 2011
- ProudestMonkey

Did they ever discuss an extension prior to him reaching free agency? I get that what Suter said in many ways mirrors what Stammer is saying but Stammer's UFA clock is still a full year away. This is him saying he envision signing an extension a year before he hits FA

It could just be that he has to say that, because it is the politically correct answer.
- PatC80

of course

likely he does want to stay and will cash in huge in Tampa who looks good in the near future.

of course

likely he does want to stay and will cash in huge in Tampa who looks good in the near future.
- Lucas Neilson

It doesn't mean anything until he actually signs the contract extension..

Cody Franson says he wants to stay in T.O, I doubt he does

Edit, not comparing Franson to Stamkos

It could just be that he has to say that, because it is the politically correct answer.
- PatC80

Then what is the explanation for saying it a year before the UFA clock hits zero? Sure he is saying the right thing, but maybe just maybe the "right thing" is actually what he wants and that's why he's saying this.

He'd be stupid to leave if he really wants to win, TB is absolutely stacked with young talent.
- Nucker101

In Tampa - Steve is just Steve

In Toronto - Steve is a God

It doesn't mean anything until he actually signs the contract extension..

Cody Franson says he wants to stay in T.O, I doubt he does

Edit, not comparing Franson to Stamkos
- PatC80

of course, and no i get what you mean.

we can wish and we can hope but the odds are certainly not in our favour! he will be on the lightning for years to come - yzerman and the boys.

Come home!

Then what is the explanation for saying it a year before the UFA clock hits zero? Sure he is saying the right thing, but maybe just maybe the "right thing" is actually what he wants and that's why he's saying this.
- uf1910

Plus, "I want to stay" is different than openly admitting that you envision possibly signing an extension this July.

In Tampa - Steve is just Steve

In Toronto - Steve is a God
- As_I_See_It

And he's the devil when they lose or he goes a few games without scoring..Canadian fans are their own worst enemy

This means nothing, I mean what else do you expect him to say if asked? No, I am leaving as soon as I can get out?

I never believe a player, coach, or a general manager when I hear any comments like "their job is safe", "we are not looking to trade x", "we have not had any talks with x", "I am not interested in leaving here", "I would like to retire here", "I like playing hockey in x".

Its all white noise, these words mean nothing and just said to appease the fan base. Its like at a concert when they say "this is the best crowd ever"....ya right

Then what is the explanation for saying it a year before the UFA clock hits zero? Sure he is saying the right thing, but maybe just maybe the "right thing" is actually what he wants and that's why he's saying this.
- uf1910

It's cause he was asked such a dumb question by the media.. I highly doubt he'd say " I can't wait to leave and play for the Leafs"

Plus, "I want to stay" is different than openly admitting that you envision possibly signing an extension this July.
- Michael_Stuart

Meh, the tweet said "potentially sign an extension". Does he really think Tampa doesn't want him? Why else say potentially?

It's cause he was asked such a dumb question by the media.. I highly doubt he'd say " I can't wait to leave and play for the Leafs"
- PatC80

So that's also why he clearly pointed out the Kane/Toew's extensions that (if he signs this summer) would be signed under similar circumstances a full year before UFA hits. Sorry guys but there are alot of ways he could have answered and been polite or politically correct or whatever term you want to use, but comparing yourself to 2 other players who just signed with their team under similar circumstances doesn't apply unless his desired goal is to follow in their shoes. Nothing is a given until pen hits paper but to discount his statement is ignorant and foolish IMO

Meh, the tweet said "potentially sign an extension". Does he really think Tampa doesn't want him? Why else say potentially?
- PatC80

Leverage in negotiations? I'm guessing he wants the max or really close to it and TB probably wants to bring it down to a lower level so that they can build a winner long-term.

Ultimately TB will have to cave in, but I'm sure his agent constantly reminds him to say certain phrases and words.