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Originally Posted by OldDutch
Well the argument would be Chicago where 2 players are making $20MM. However, I think your last paragraph is the difference. Chicago and Pittsburgh have been able to find diamonds via draft and signing. Edmonton hasn't shown that yet, and with Lucic they showed they actually overpay for end of prime players.
Chicago has been screwed. Edmonton could do the same. It will take an outstanding GM and lots of luck. Something not seen yet.
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The other advantage Chicago has is that Keith and Hossa have contracts that are considered illegal in this new CBA. If Chicago was paying Hossa and Keith 7.5 and 9 mil right now they would be screwed as well.
Pens have Sid on a bogus contract too
Oilers won't have this luxury and have 1 prospect that could make an impact for their team next season. I could see Drasaitl getting 7+ this summer on 7-8 years. Only way I see it less than 7 is if they go the 5-6 year route that the Flames did with their core
Mcdavid should get 10+ and he may get it on a 5 year deal which then puts the timeline to win at 5 years with guys like Eberle and Nuge on bad contracts for half of that
Next year will be a big season for the Oilers tho as Mcdavid's deal does not kick in until after next year. But Dra's starts next season so unless Nuge or Eberle get moved out they will not be able to land a PP dman that I think they need to move up the standings