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Steven Stamkos' Lightning goal record will be a signpost along a greater journey
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Steven Stamkos sets new Lightning all-time points record with 954th point - The Athletic
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NHL-Best Lightning Eager To Get Started Against Blue Jackets
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Stamkos gets 500th goal in hat trick, Lightning beat Canucks
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Stamkos scores twice, Lightning beat Rangers 2-1 in Game 6
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League-leading Lightning get 4 All-Stars as they play host
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Lightning rule out Steven Stamkos for rest of Stanley Cup Final - NBC Sports
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Steven Stamkos' contract uncertainty is no distraction for Lightning
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Stamkos 'disappointed' in lack of contract talks with Lightning
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Steven Stamkos becomes Lightning all-time points leader
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Lightning captain Stamkos opens camp 'disappointed' about lack of contract talks
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Stanley Cup Final: Lightning top Stars, take 3-1 series lead - Los Angeles Times
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Lightning, Steven Stamkos get on track and roll over San Jose Sharks