News: Kings will not buy out Marian Gaborik (injured, offseason surgery)

[kingsholygrail]

Even if he wasn't hurt, I doubt they'd buy him out anyway because it's really not worth it.

 

[Igor Shestyorkin]

Gaborik, Kings, and injuries.

Nothing new.

 

[LAKings88]

Not shocked. Still hoping he can find a way to positively contribute to this team going forward. If not, at least the buyout won't be as bad next year.

 

[PAZ]

Only if he could stay there until the contract is up. The sad part is he will be ready by early next season so then would no longer be on ltir.

Based on his health history, he'll be on LTIR sooner rather than later.

 

[KingPuckChoo]

whaaaaaat

just buy this man out for god's sake

it's not even that expensive

 

[Lunatik]

whaaaaaat

just buy this man out for god's sake

it's not even that expensive

You cannot buy out injured players.

 

[TheBannermen]

whaaaaaat

just buy this man out for god's sake

it's not even that expensive

Even if he was healthy enough for a buyout, years 3 and 4 of it are brutal... and a certain defenseman goes UFA around that time.

$1,125,000
$1,625,000
$3,025,000
$3,125,000
$1,325,000
$1,325,000
$1,325,000
$1,325,000

 

[Sacha Baron Corbin]

Even if he was healthy enough for a buyout, years 3 and 4 of it are brutal... and a certain defenseman goes UFA around that time.

$1,125,000
$1,625,000
$3,025,000
$3,125,000
$1,325,000
$1,325,000
$1,325,000
$1,325,000

The only way I see a buyout working is if they are able to sign Drew to an extension before the bad years of the buyout kick in. But with the question marks around the team right now I doubt Doughty signs anytime soon

 

[TheBannermen]

The only way I see a buyout working is if they are able to sign Drew to an extension before the bad years of the buyout kick in. But with the question marks around the team right now I doubt Doughty signs anytime soon

Gaborik is 35 years old. Keeping him on board next season is the right move in my opinion for a couple of reasons.

First, he could retire at 36. I get it... "Why would he leave that money on the table?!" Well, for starters, his body is deteriorating and some people value their health over a few more dollars. He's near the top of the list of NHL career earnings among active players if I'm not mistaken, so I highly doubt the cash has any significant impact on his livelihood. I believe the Kings would be on the hook for a recapture penalty, but it's nothing compared to the buyout numbers.

Second, he could go on LTIR at any moment. I hope he doesn't. I hope he puts together a fantastic few seasons for the Kings, but at this point, its a legitimate possibility.

Third, he could have a bounce back season under new the new leadership and philosophy. Stevens and Blake talk about getting to the middle of the ice and producing higher percentage shots. This guy can still move and he can sure as hell shoot. If he can put together a few productive seasons for the Kings, I don't think anyone is going to be upset about having Marian Gaborik on the roster.

 

[Brophy]

is what it is, hope he can contribute at least % .75 of games and be effective on the PP.