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Old 09-17-2015, 07:29 AM   #25
Resolute 14
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Originally Posted by Phanuthier View Post
Thanks. I guess at least they saved on any potential legal costs and headaches with going through terminating his contract. Also get to hold on to his rights and fend off anyone else getting him for free. Smart move all around.
A guy choosing to self deport himself is a pretty easy argument for a material breach of contract. Not even the union would challenge that one.

As it is, I'm sure he will just sign his retirement papers, much like how Kovalchuk did, and the Kings walk away without any additional costs.
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