This one worries me a bit. I can see this one having buyers remorse in a couple years if he is signed for some kinda astronomical number that puts Tkachuks deal at risk. Or some other potential emerging youngster.
But the problem is he really is one of our best players. He really is the full package and he really is the kind of player you win a Stanley Cup with. So I think this one is a tough, risky decision because the man is rightfully going to want to get paid, particularly if he has another solid season.
I think I’d be tempted to bite the bullet and pay more for less years on this one but man, I dunno. It’s not a slam dunk.
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