Sens forward core is shaping up nicely. If they can get at least average play from their defensemen and if Murray can return to form, I think they could surprise some people next year
I don't like that it goes right to Ufa. But I guess he likely gave in a bit on salary to do that. Likely could have been 4 with more term. Suppose it makes sense.
But I'm neutral at best as it's the worst term for the team
I don't like that it goes right to Ufa. But I guess he likely gave in a bit on salary to do that. Likely could have been 4 with more term. Suppose it makes sense.
But I'm neutral at best as it's the worst term for the team
He would have been a UFA in one year. They got one year of UFA from him at a very reasonable price. The escrow and back loaded contract has him making less than his last deal on year 1. With White, Brown, Norris, Pinto and potentially Stuzzle all playing centre there is not much room for him long term. Hard to say if he is better than White or the other guys now but definitely the most consistent and best defensively of the bunch. A second or first line guy in Ottawa but realistically a 3rd line centre on a contending team. Will likely be available at the expansion draft or 2022 trade deadline unless his production shifts dramatically . Maybe better linemates can do this.