Ryan McDonagh is entering the last year of his contract with Tampa Bay Lightning, and despite being vocal about wanting to stay with the Bolts long-term, a new report says Julien BriseBois could consider trading their veteran blueliner. On today's show, we debate whether it makes more sense for the Lightning to trade or keep McDonagh -- and if McDonagh stays, do the Lightning NEED a big trade to improve weak spots on their blueline?

Plus, we break down the Lightning's 2025-2026 schedule, including one stretch considered the toughest ANY NHL team will have to tackle this season.

Ryan McDonagh Trade Rumors: Do the Tampa Bay Lightning NEED a Big Deal to Shake Up the Blueline?

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