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Originally Posted by Flamesm
If we look at similar players like Kesler and Bergeron:
Kesler: 6 yr - 6.875 per - 31 years old (when signed) 33 now
Bergeron 6 yr - 6.875 per - 28 years old (when signed) 32 now
Koivu 7 yr - 6.750 per - (bonuses as well) -27 (when signed) 34 now
All three are selke candidates, as is Backlund. Similar point totals, so I would be shocked if Backlund got anything less than 6.875 for 6 years. (especially using inflation with these similar contracts)
That being said, he is worth it. His line shuts down every top line in the league and he still has a great corsi. He is our best center (overall) and worth having for the 6 years. He is 28 now and will be great still at 34 (Kesler is looking good beside being inj. and Berg will be good around then too) Points may go down, but their defensive responsibilities (more important in my opinion) will make them worth it still.
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If Backlund is looking for 6.8M per you thank him for his service and ship him out of town. That contract would absolutely handcuff this team cap wise and you can probably kiss some key players goodbye when their contracts are up. I like Backlund but he is not on the same tier as the guys you mentioned. The only way I see it as feasible is if you are going to sign Backlund and trade Monahan and to me that would be insanity.