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At $6M cap, Saad would instantly become the worst contract on the Pens, yes, including Jack Johnson.
Last year Saad got top line time, yet managed to get only 1/2 the points of his linemates. Well rounded you say? No. Daniel Sprong was more physical, and he is only okay defensively.
This year... he is basically a Simon/Blueger type... at SIX TIMES THE COST!!!
If you really want to bring the Pittsburgh kid into Pittsburgh... the deal must include either 50% retention and/or Jack Johnson going the other way.