Confirmed Signing with Link: [TBL] Lightning re-sign F Nick Paul (7 years, $3.15M AAV)
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MarkusNaslund19
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People complaining about this are jealous or thick.
The absolute outer reaches of Tampa's window of being a cup threat is probably 5 years before at least having to retool. Finding a big matchup center who can dominate the puck down low along the boards and signing him for 3.1 for 7 years is a no-brainer. Are people serious?
He could have signed with a dumb gm for like 4.8 for 4 years if he wanted, but he's choosing long-term stability, a nice bonus structure, and a prolonged chance to be a part of something great. it's win-win for player and team.
I can't believe Tampa got him this cheap. A sign that players notice what's going on down there (not just the cups, but the build, the way it's run, etc) and want to be a part of it.
The absolute outer reaches of Tampa's window of being a cup threat is probably 5 years before at least having to retool. Finding a big matchup center who can dominate the puck down low along the boards and signing him for 3.1 for 7 years is a no-brainer. Are people serious?
He could have signed with a dumb gm for like 4.8 for 4 years if he wanted, but he's choosing long-term stability, a nice bonus structure, and a prolonged chance to be a part of something great. it's win-win for player and team.
I can't believe Tampa got him this cheap. A sign that players notice what's going on down there (not just the cups, but the build, the way it's run, etc) and want to be a part of it.
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By year 5, 6 or 7 the cap is probably pushing 100m so this would be well below average salary at that point. Shouldn’t be a problem unless he completely disintegrates.
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Great signing. The guy was a revelation in the playoffs. He can play anywhere 2C - 4C, and checks off every box of desirable playoff qualities.
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Solid player but he's not a "need" player that you have to keep beyond 3 years max. I don't think that's a good move.
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Astral of a contract in my opinion. Ottawa fans were hoping for @ 4*4 type deal. People saying he'll regress to his mean didn't watch how valuable he was with Ottawa even if topping out at 20 pts.
Who cares what it looks like by the last few years. They can bury 3.15 easily.
TheDoldrums
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Funny how when the extension was rumoured, these were the guesses from the Tampa fans I recognized
3x3.35
3x3.33
4x3.2
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The it ends up being 7x3.15 and apparently it's a steal and anyone remotely critical of the term is simply jealous lol.
3x3.35
3x3.33
4x3.2
Dreger: - Lightning and Nick Paul nearing extension
The it ends up being 7x3.15 and apparently it's a steal and anyone remotely critical of the term is simply jealous lol.
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Hf is slacking because no one has yet to mention taxes once. I’m disappointed in all of you.
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I mean, that's what happens when you elevate your game and create more high danger chances. Or enter a new system and coaching style that complements your style.
It's not like Paul was getting backdoor empty-net goals. That's why all stats need to be taken in context to the real-life situation. He was driving the play can creating most of these goals.
He'll probably never be a prolific regular season point-getter but it's pretty clear he's a playoff performer and if he brings it like that during that time of year he's more than worth that contract. He's basically the new, cheaper Killorn, who they can now lose (especially after his lackluster POs) and not skip a beat.
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Not good enough for Dorion in Ottawa at 3.5 x3 or 4 years or whatever it was, but good enough to be a valuable contributor on an elite team for 7x3.1.
typical ottawa. winner winner only in dorions imagination
typical ottawa. winner winner only in dorions imagination
We were predicting a steal, to be fair. I said anything under 3.5 would be a steal.Funny how when the extension was rumoured, these were the guesses from the Tampa fans I recognized
3x3.35
3x3.33
4x3.2
Dreger: - Lightning and Nick Paul nearing extension
The it ends up being 7x3.15 and apparently it's a steal and anyone remotely critical of the term is simply jealous lol.
If 3.15 is the worst contract on your team, you're doing ok.
Pretty much this. We are only thinking about the window, and I can't see it being open once Hedman is no longer a #1. So 5 years seems about the max.
Stuzchuk
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this times 100... this guys is awesome for a 3rd liner!!!
If Paul would have wanted to come back to OTT as a UFA, he would have been more than welcome be most Sens fans and the direction
Mikeaveli
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We will be rebuilding by year 5 anyways, the extra term is irrelevantFunny how when the extension was rumoured, these were the guesses from the Tampa fans I recognized
3x3.35
3x3.33
4x3.2
Dreger: - Lightning and Nick Paul nearing extension
The it ends up being 7x3.15 and apparently it's a steal and anyone remotely critical of the term is simply jealous lol.
23.1% so far this year fwiw.
This guy has been an absolute wrecking ball for us since we acquired him.I wouldn’t expect that shooting % to continue or even close to it really.23.1% so far this year fwiw.
But you don’t need him to to get value out of his deal either. Great depth player.
