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Originally Posted by Matt Reeeeead
I was under the impression that the 10% rule is just during the off-season, but when game 1 starts, you cant have that 10% overage.
In this case, I think for day 1 of the season, Clarkson and Horton count to the cap.
Then on that day, they are placed on LTIR, which activates in season LTIR relief of the 10Mish from those two guys.
Then immediately after that they could announce Marner's contract.
Otherwise, then I dont understand why the Hawks bothered to trade Hossa's contract... I believe it was to ensure they could start the season with the cap space, rather than once the season starts, when they have missed out on using that cap space prior to season start.
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Seems like LTIR can carry through the offseason for situations like Clarkson and Horton who were on LTIR the previous season and there's medical proof they will continue to be.
Wouldn't carry for a player who ended last season on LTIR but is expected to heal during the offseason.