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Buffalo Sabres signed Casey Mittelstadt (3 Years / $2,500,000 AAV)

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Sep. 2, 2021 at 9:51 a.m.
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Casey Mittelstadt has signed a new contract with the Buffalo Sabres.
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SIGNED BY: Kevyn Adams
Length: 3 years
Value: $7,500,000
Expiry Status: RFA (Arb)
Cap % Tooltip: 3.07
Signing Team: Logo of the Buffalo SabresBuffalo Sabres
Signing Date: Sep. 2, 2021
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Casey Mittelstadt signed a 3 year, $7,500,000 contract with the Buffalo Sabres on Sep. 2, 2021. The contract has a cap hit of $2,500,000.

SEASONClauseCap HitTooltipAAV TooltipP. BonusesTooltipS. BonusesTooltipBase SalaryTooltipTotal SalaryTooltipMinors SalTooltip
2021-22$2,500,000$2,500,000$0$0$2,400,000$2,400,000$2,400,000
2022-23$2,500,000$2,500,000$0$0$2,500,000$2,500,000$2,500,000
2023-24$2,500,000$2,500,000$0$0$2,600,000$2,600,000$2,600,000
TOTAL$7,500,000$7,500,000$0$0$7,500,000$7,500,000$7,500,000
Qualifying OfferTooltip: $2,600,000
Sep. 2, 2021 at 9:54 a.m.
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drewjenkins
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This will be easy to move when he demands a trade.
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Sep. 2, 2021 at 9:55 a.m.
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This reminds me of the Sam Bennett contract. Committing this much to Mittelstadt right now is pretty risky given that he has only had one decent season. However, if his growth this year is a sign of things to come, this could look like one of the best deals in the league by the end.
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Sep. 2, 2021 at 9:56 a.m.
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Good deal. Played pretty good under Granato.
Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:01 a.m.
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Quoting: EmpressKayla
This reminds me of the Sam Bennett contract. Committing this much to Mittelstadt right now is pretty risky given that he has only had one decent season. However, if his growth this year is a sign of things to come, this could look like one of the best deals in the league by the end.


It's only 2.5M for a guy that was at .53 PPG last season. Had 17 points in 28 games under Granato too. I don't really see how that's "committing this much". Seems pretty fair to me. Close to the Chytil deal. It's not like he's making 4.4M.

2.5M is a pretty easy contract to bury anyways.
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Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:01 a.m.
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I think this is an excellent contract for Buffalo. I had him at $2.5m/2 years versus 3...if he hits his stride this year this will look like a great contract.
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Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:01 a.m.
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Good on him for wanting to stay and see it through. Loyalty like that is scarce these days...
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Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:18 a.m.
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Good to see he was willing to sign a three-year deal. I hope that he is now on the upswing to fulfilling the promise everyone first saw in him.
Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:28 a.m.
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PrincessChloe
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Quoting: WhatThePuck
It's only 2.5M for a guy that was at .53 PPG last season. Had 17 points in 28 games under Granato too. I don't really see how that's "committing this much". Seems pretty fair to me. Close to the Chytil deal. It's not like he's making 4.4M.

2.5M is a pretty easy contract to bury anyways.


Chytil is probably a better comparable, but I'm biased. I love love love Chytil.
Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:29 a.m.
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It feels like the sabres are paying based on potential a little bit but since nobody wants to sign in Buffalo it'll be okay for them
Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:44 a.m.
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Good deal, though he may be the Sabres 1c until Eichel saga is resolved
Sep. 2, 2021 at 10:55 a.m.
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1 year away from UFA
Sep. 2, 2021 at 11:19 a.m.
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Solid deal. I was pretty low on him for a long time, but I really like the step he took last season.
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Sep. 2, 2021 at 11:25 a.m.
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Quoting: EmpressKayla
This reminds me of the Sam Bennett contract. Committing this much to Mittelstadt right now is pretty risky given that he has only had one decent season. However, if his growth this year is a sign of things to come, this could look like one of the best deals in the league by the end.


Risky? Lol. The kid is 22. Making only 2.5 for 3 years. How is that risky?
Sep. 2, 2021 at 11:26 a.m.
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Even if he regresses to 25-35 point pace, this deal will still be fine. If the extra ice time help him blossom, then it will be a steal.
Sep. 2, 2021 at 11:41 a.m.
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Nice contract. Mittlestadt gets 7.5M in a low risk contract for him. Buffalo potentially gets a very team friendly contract.
Sep. 2, 2021 at 12:09 p.m.
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Now this is who the Habs should be targeting for a KK replacement (who by the way should have had a similar bridge contract as the 2 players are equal) instead of the rumor of Dvorak or resigning Staal.

Oh and if anyone believes this is a slight over payment (first off you're crazy) don't forget he signed a 1 year QO before this. So that's a 4 year deal for $8.4 million. And he still will be a RFA, which is odd considering I thought 7 pro seasons gets you to UFA.
Sep. 2, 2021 at 12:24 p.m.
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What a great contract. Mitts was finding his game under Granato and should continue to improve. He still has a great ceiling, would love to see him reach it!
Sep. 2, 2021 at 12:38 p.m.
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Quoting: EmpressKayla
This reminds me of the Sam Bennett contract. Committing this much to Mittelstadt right now is pretty risky given that he has only had one decent season. However, if his growth this year is a sign of things to come, this could look like one of the best deals in the league by the end.


Whats the risk? 2.5 million is not a lot for a forward beyond the fourth line and if worse comes to worse, buyouts before 25 are 1/3
Sep. 2, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.
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Quoting: TheNiskyCap
It feels like the sabres are paying based on potential a little bit but since nobody wants to sign in Buffalo it'll be okay for them

LOL
Sep. 2, 2021 at 2:28 p.m.
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He's a top breakout candidate for the upcoming season. 50+ points in definitely within reach, especially if Eichel is gone.
Sep. 2, 2021 at 4:53 p.m.
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I'm surprised players aren't asking for far more money to stay in such a dumpster fire of an organization like the Sabres
Sep. 2, 2021 at 7:23 p.m.
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rebecca
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It’s not as good as Jokiharju, given the comparables, but it’s far from a “bad” contract. If he continues to improve, he’ll likely outplay the value of the contract by Y3 if not sooner.

The question is whether it’ll be in Buffalo. Whether he gets traded or whether the Sabres will be in Buffalo. Who knows anymore.
 
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