Nothing has changed in contract talks between Stamkos and the Lightning, reports Sportsnet.ca. The center becomes a free agent on July 1.

EDGE Analysis

General manager Steve Yzerman was blunt on Day 2 of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft -- both sides are very clear on their positions and nothing had changed. There were rumors swirling that the Bolts had upped their offer to more than $9 million a season, but that seems unfounded. Teams can now talk to free agents -- they just can't ink a deal. And the Sabres general manager Tim Murray told Sportsnet "We're going to chase the big fish." Don't count out the Sabres, Red Wings and surprisingly, the Rangers in the Stamkos deal.