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MJK · 01-12-2021, 10:04 AM

IMO this rule doesn't do much. GM's simply sign UFA's that have value and if they fear retirement will flip to another team for an asset and avoid the buyout.

I don't think a buyout in this case is really necessary.

01-12-2021, 10:04 AM	#3
MJK Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: N/A Exp:	IMO this rule doesn't do much. GM's simply sign UFA's that have value and if they fear retirement will flip to another team for an asset and avoid the buyout. I don't think a buyout in this case is really necessary.