The cap hit will be the same for all five years, but front loading it a bit helps make him tradable the last couple of seasons because there are always teams looking for guys whose cap hits exceed their actual salary. Now, those teams also usually are the ones guys put on their no trade lists, but at least there is flexibility.Surprised at how many (on the main thread) want to “puke” on this contract. With the way it’s setup he’s only a 4mil hit (4.25 3rd year) 4 of 5 years; and he’s only 30 years old.
Good signing by Nill.
Hes not close to being ready and his doesnt keep his cool on ice. Very low maturity level. Time to grow up LianNill found his 'Contract Extensions' folder real fast after watching Bichsel's Traverse performance
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So many fans have really gone nuts with their expectations for him. It's very rare for defensemen to nail down full time NHL jobs at his age. He's 20. Just because the Stars have a need on defense doesn't mean the young guys are ready and able to fill those needs. See, NHL Coaches v. Lundkvist, Harley, Honka, Oleksiak, et al.Hes not close to being ready and his doesnt keep his cool on ice. Very low maturity level. Time to grow up Lian
Big D often translate to NHL success alot quicker than their smaller counterparts. See early returns on Myers, Ekblad, RistolainenSo many fans have really gone nuts with their expectations for him. It's very rare for defensemen to nail down full time NHL jobs at his age. Just because the Stars have a need on defense doesn't mean the young guys are ready and able to fill those needs. See, NHL Coaches v. Lundkvist, Honka, et al.
But he’s not an actual midget thoBig D often translate to NHL success alot quicker than their smaller counterparts. See early returns on Myers, Ekblad, Ristolainen
Lian’s a mental midget- he has alot of growing to do
I have it on good authority that he's big where it countsBig D often translate to NHL success alot quicker than their smaller counterparts. See early returns on Myers, Ekblad, Ristolainen
Lian’s a mental midget- he has alot of growing to do
This is a family web siteI have it on good authority that he's big where it counts
I think he is talking about his heart. What did you think he meant you freak?This is a family web site