Scott Sabourin Signs Contract Extension with Tampa Bay Lightning

Scott Sabourin is set to continue his journey with the Tampa Bay Lightning, having secured a one-year, two-way contract extension. The announcement came earlier this week from Lightning General Manager Julien BriseBois, confirming that the gritty forward will remain with the team for at least one more season.

Previously a member of the San Jose Sharks organization for two seasons, Sabourin signed with the Sharks in the summer of 2023 but left as a free agent in the summer of 2025. During his time with the Sharks, he played in just four NHL games, where he was unable to register a point but accumulated nine penalty minutes. Most of his tenure was spent with the San Jose Barracuda in the American Hockey League, where he showcased his scoring ability with 28 goals and 52 points over 127 games, alongside a notable 303 penalty minutes.

In his first season with the Lightning, the 33-year-old forward stepped up when injuries hit the roster hard. He played 26 games in the NHL, contributing one goal and four assists while racking up 89 penalty minutes. Additionally, he suited up for 24 games with the Syracuse Crunch, Tampa Bay’s AHL affiliate, further solidifying his role within the organization.

Sabourin’s new contract reflects his growing value, with his NHL salary increasing from $775,000 to $850,000 for the 2026-27 season. As he moves forward, he will again be a pending unrestricted free agent next summer, leaving the door open for potential opportunities beyond this season.

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