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The way i see it, 2020 to 2022 , we should be playoff contender,
In 2022-23, the cap hit will hit big time as your post clearly shows. Suzuki getting paid in the areas you mention, and Weber still there. I think a 2 years retool will occur at that time, until Weber retires.
When weber retires, we'' suddenly have 8 miilion to spend on 2 top 6 guys, or one top 3 guy, this will make a huge difference.
In other words, because of Price and Weber contracts, we'll have a good team for a few years, but not a Stanley Cup team that can beat Mackinnon and friends !
I hope Weber is unprotected and Seattle picks him, but it is unlikely.
Can't afford to pay Weber 8 M cap space when he'll be 37 yrs. old.