Jake Guentzel opens up about why he chose Lightning over Canes in free agency
Jake Guentzel finally revealed why he didn't sign with the Carolina Hurricanes for eight years, $64 million and instead opted for a seven year $63 million deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning in NHL free agency.
The Lightning's impressive track record, two Stanley Cups within ten months in 2020 and 2021, and another finals appearance in 2022 and Florida's no state tax charge rule is enticing to any star, let alone Guentzel.
Even with first round playoff exits in the last two seasons, they've made the postseason every year since 2018.
Guentzel likes Lightning's Stanley Cup chances, ‘winning pedigree' ⤵️
Guentzel, who finished last year with the Carolina Hurricanes after being traded from the Pittsburgh Penguins, where he won a Stanley Cup in 2017, is eager for a fresh start in Tampa Bay.
There are a lot of high-end, elite players on the team, and it's an incredible opportunity for me and my family. It's going to be fun, different, and challenging, but we're looking forward to it.
Jake Guentzel cites Lightning's 'winning pedigree' as reason for signing.
Maybe the Bolts aren't as deep as they were during their dynasty and did lose franchise cornerstone Steven Stamkos to the Nashville Predators, but they're still a playoff team on paper.
They know how to win. There's a winning pedigree there. I still feel like we have a chance to win.
Source: Hockey Trade Rumors
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