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Originally Posted by Toonage
Habs had enough space to accommodate him did they not? None the less, probably a combo of his ask and his age.
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This year, yes.
The 2nd year becomes the issue. It would basically mean there could be no improvements for next year. their only expiring deal would be plekanec, and his 6 million would be eaten by Price's raise and Danault needing a new deal.
So the Habs can accomodate Markov for one year, but didnt want to give a 38 year old term, and kill flexibility for the following season.
This is a huge loss though.
What they do with the 8.5 million is the interesting part. They might not have an issue committing multiple years to a younger player (via trade).