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Originally Posted by Fire
$3.5 on a 3 year deal is an over-payment for what he's accomplished so far, but it's probably worth it in order to avoid potential salary cap headaches after only a 1 or 2 year deal. I see no reason why Bennett wouldn't accept that deal. If Bennett remains as the 3rd line center it's unlikely he would be able to increase his numbers significantly this season. If he gets 20 goals and 20 assists it would be a good season for him, but still wouldn't result in huge payday.
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Year 3 he has to be qualified at the $5M so unless the Flames renounce his rfa rights he is going to get at least $5M per on the next contract that would take him to UFA most likely.