Subban isn't the best defenseman in the NHL, but he is definitely in the top 10.
The different posters arguing from one extreme to the other is just proof that the offseason is too long.
Is he overpaid? Sure, but if he went to arbitration, then got a QO the for the following season, Montreal would have lost him for nothing in two seasons. Montreal had a lot less bargaining power as a result.
Additionally, arguing the Olympics on behalf of Subban being a great player is a terrible argument. He didn't play when it mattered most and was only there to learn. Kunitz played in the Olympics, further proof it's more political than merit.
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