Why do so many people believe that there is a handshake deal?
Why would any player or team agree to such a thing?
It doesn't make sense.
Carolina wanted the player and they tendered an offer sheet that they knew would get it done.
If Carolina likes what they are seeing from the player they will offer him a longer term contract as soon as they are allowed and if the player likes the offer, he will sign it. If he doesn't like it he will play for his QO, or become a UFA.
This isn't complicated.
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