The champagne buzz must not have worn off yet in LA. I was very surprised Gaborik worked out so well in LA considering his hot/cold/injury-ridden career thus far. Certainly I never viewed him as a core piece going forward and still don't. 7-years is insanity, regardless of the AAV. Unless Gaborik has advised LA that he'll retire in 3-4 years, this is a boat anchor.
Lots of young guys stepped up for LA that could contribute in the future and a trade deadline Cup run addition can be had without the long term headache of 7 years of Gaborik.
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