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Huntingwhale · 07-02-2018, 10:48 AM

I love this deal. I'n not worried at all about the term. James Neal is still very much an NHL player at age 35. With the cap going up, his cap % will be a non factor. As much as some people wanted him on only a 3-4 year term, that's not happening for a UFA of his stature.

07-02-2018, 10:48 AM	#248
Huntingwhale Franchise Player Join Date: Sep 2008 Exp:	I love this deal. I'n not worried at all about the term. James Neal is still very much an NHL player at age 35. With the cap going up, his cap % will be a non factor. As much as some people wanted him on only a 3-4 year term, that's not happening for a UFA of his stature.