I suggested a 5 yr deal for Tkachuk, and many people scoffed at it, but we have seen a few of them recently, and I think the trend is going to continue.
While it seems like a great idea to lock a guy up for 8 years, a lot can happen over that time. Five (or 6) years provides some certainty, but also reduces the risk somewhat, and most importantly, keeps the cap hit manageable.
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