Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman confirmed to be leaving team this off-season
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Matt Dumba is not expected to re-sign with the Lightning, to hit the free agent market on July 1st.
After the acquisition of Ryan McDonagh in a reunion with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Dumba's future chances in Tampa has suddenly been decreased drastically. Dave Pagnotta has now confirmed that the former Minnesota Wild defenseman is set to test the market for a second straight summer.
Somewhat obvious after the #GoBolts acquired Ryan McDonagh, but I've confirmed TB will not be bringing RD Matt Dumba back. He will hit the UFA market July 1.
Dumba, signed a one year deal with the Arizona Coyotes last summer, which he eventually got dealt to the Tampa Bay Lightning in March during the NHL trade deadline. The defenseman put up a disapointing two points in 18 games with the Bolts, a reasonable statline given the cheap price they payed for him.
At 29 years old, Dumba can still play hockey and provide a veteran prescence to a team in need such as the San Jose Sharks, Chicago Blackhawks or the Nashville Predators.
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MAI 28 | 173 ANSWERS Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman confirmed to be leaving team this off-season Is Matt Dumba a hot commodity in this year's free agency or is he past his prime? | ||
| Hot commodity | 39 | 22.5 % |
| Past his prime | 134 | 77.5 % |
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