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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
It is hilarious reading people say that these guys took discounts. No, Oil Stain, I haven't seen a single unbiased fan claim that they did (only Oiler fans and media). The only way that you can claim guy took a discount is if you know that he turned down more money elsewhere (or, for an RFA, took a short deal). We have NO evidence that any of these guys turned down more money elsewhere.
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I mean we probably aren't going to find a signed affidavit from Mike Grier stating he offered more money if that is what you are looking for.
You can find a lot of stuff in the media if you do one google search though:
TSN reporter Chris Johnston said this about the deal though, “Jeff Skinner… he had lots of options. He’s playing on a one-year, $3 million contract. I know he’s getting paid by Buffalo. So he’s still he’s still doing pretty well, financially. He’s going [to Edmonton] clearly to win.
I mean, he could sign for one year and $3 million in about 10 spots,” Johnston added.
https://dailyhive.com/toronto/jeff-skinner-leafs-oilers-contractoffers
Old Adam Proteau over at the Hockey News was suggesting the Red Wings should sign Skinner for $5 million before free agency started.
https://thehockeynews.com/news/three...r-jeff-skinner
Todd Panula over at BleedinBlue wanted Skinner for the Blues.
"If you could get a player that might net you upper 20's or even 30-plus goals for something in the $4-5 million range, you should jump on that. Skinner isn't the world's best defender, but he's responsible with the puck and doesn't often turn it over."
https://bleedinblue.com/posts/st-lou...r-01j1k3w4hm0x
Bob McKenzie:
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@DTSB_98
Bob McKenzie saying just now that two Canadian teams are interested in Jeff Skinner who could be had on a shorter term deal at a
club friendly number.... Oilers and Leafs
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Skinner leaving money on the table seems pretty likely. This site is probably the only place on the internet you would get backlash against that statement.