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Originally Posted by Aarongavey
The CBA expires as the end of 25/26. When the NHL negotiated in 2005 they gave unlimited buyouts. When they negotiated in 2013 they gave two free buyouts. I strongly hope/expect that the NHL will have another round of buyouts in 2026 as a free give to the PA for concessions the PA makes. It is basically free money for the PA because it opens up cap space for the other members. That in my mind is the best longterm solution to that contract. It also conveniently lines up with when the Flames are expected to be competitive again. Huberdeau buyout incoming in January 2027 after a 4 month work stoppage.
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Others have mentioned that there probably won't be any compliance buyouts in the next CBA negotiations and I agree. I just wanted to point out the highlighted part.
It is actually the opposite. Since the buyouts don't count as part of the cap but still counts towards HRR, it actually takes money away from the other players.