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Originally Posted by IrishSpring2013
roughly 13 million after versteeg signs...
back up - 2
bennett - 2.5
ferland 2.5
lazar - 1
bottom pairing - 3.5 total?
so yes, couple million to spare, even with over pay... moving out stajan or bouma or both.. would help big time and take the squeeze off..
(rough numbers.. rough estimesates.. apologies to the pedantic.. apologies to strange brew)
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Forward group now set. No cap room for 1RW this year in free agency.
One of Versteeg, Brouwer, Ferland or Foo need to step up into that role.
I agree 2 million for a backup on a 1 year deal and at least 2.5 million for number 5 Dman UFA and/or they spend a bit more on Bennett for longer term. Since BT has said he would like two young players in 5-7 position wondering if they forgo adding a #5 UFA Dman and spend it on Bennett for much more term since still a value contract. If Bennett breaks out we are insulated somewhat.
Unlikely Bouma will be bought out since cap hit only 1.2 million if sent down to Stockton. Cap space will get more tight each year so dont need the costs rolled over to next year with buy-out.