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Originally Posted by SofaProfessor
I like the rest of the lineup considering there aren't too many big signings that are going to hinder the team in a few years when it comes time to sign some of these talented, young players.
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That's a factor that the 'Yes, we're tanking' side seems to overlook. If you want to improve in the short run by signing high-priced UFAs, you have to give them term as well. The best UFAs can get 5 to 7-year contracts for big money. Why would they sign a short-term deal with a losing team? But if you sign them for the long term, you are taking away roster spots from your own prospects down the road.
If you want to plug short-term holes with free agents on short-term deals, you wind up signing guys like Devin Setoguchi.