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Originally Posted by Igottago
I admit I haven't watched him closely over the last few seasons but why are people assuming OEL is done at 29? Lots of good defensemen have played at a high level well into their 30's. Gio won a Norris at 35ish. OEL could easily have 5-7 great to solid years left in his career. I find it strange that people write off players that haven't even hit 30 yet.
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People aren’t saying he’s done. We are just arguing that he is about to be vastly overpaid for what he brings.
His play over the past 2 seasons has been nowhere near that of an 8 million dollar defenseman. It’s highly unlikely it will be in 3, 4, 5 years.
Especially true with a stagnant cap.