I wouldn't bet on ot going up that much

I wouldn't bet on it either but this is just rumours. If it does, then this would be fun!

I can see the salary cap going to $84,500,000 at the most another $1,000,000 over the current one.

This will probably be Patrick Kanes last contract. So probably 4-5 more years. very doubtful he signs anywhere for only 2 seasons.

I mean I agree; but how do you grow up in buffalo as a Sabres fan, see the above squad, and then hang up the phone after a 16 mil contract offer? Obv this is assuming the Sabres cont to progress

I mean we shall see, Perhaps Buffalo is the only team that he'd be willing to take a guaranteed 2 year offer.

16m contract is an insult to any elite ufa (unless it's 16mx1), even if they are old, let alone one of the top guys and one who is going to be good for business. They have the cap to pay him what he's worth, at least give him term even if the AAV is lower or give him the max 20% (17.3).