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But why only stats for games 5, 6, & 7. You don't get to those games except for winning in the first four. What about Marner's contributions in getting the team to the playoffs?

100% gone.

He would have gotten that on any team with any GM.

Not to mention he just came back from injuries. I think he's the perfect player that amount. I'd definitely be keeping him.

Thanks! It'll be interesting to see how it pans out. I keep flip-flopping on Marner vs. 2 $6M players. I generally lean more toward the Keefe way of things: a half-ass dogging Nylander/Matthews probably still gives you a better chance of scoring than a fired up Domi. I think the point that...

That's fair. I don't fully agree, but definitely see your point. Once that amount of money was dedicated to so few players, there really isn't many options. The ridiculous comment was how you phrased that they were basically told they're just time-killers. Every bottom-6 player knows their...

Agreed that there's some grey area and there's room for argument each way. However, a signing bonus needs to be a "bonus" I would think. I'm starting a new job in a month and am getting a true signing bonus. In my case, the bonus is irrespective of my salary. My salary is clearly separate. In...

So, uh, herman says so, so it must be true? This part is ridiculous: "the depth players were basically told from the get-go you're just here to kill clock for Matthews/Marner so don't do anything." How is this different from any team in the league that has players of Matthews and Marner's...

Ya. Getting assets back would be great. But, why not go for another cup run and if it doesn't work out, he walks.

I find it curious how you can state this so confidently.

Agreed. I'm OKish with trading Marner, but it'd likely be a mistake. He's an incredible player. They lost in OT in game 7. This team isn't exactly a spectacular failure. I also admit that it's possible several lesser players could be good, but I think it's a tenuous argument and a better...

Well, it IS an option. One that's out of their control.

I heartily agree. Times have changed. Prospective UFAs desiring a NMC (that so many of them are now getting) would probably have a problem with that and just sign with teams that honour their contracts. The other risks are a grievance with the NHLPA (it is like constructive dismissal) and...

Agreed, cw. I think trading Marner for the hopes that the cap space will allow other acquisitions is just not a smart risk. This is only advisable when you have a deal in place for another player that is contingent on that cap space being available. I only advocate for Marner's trade if the...

I doubt that, but it'll likely be the fans making his time insufferable.

For Marner, perhaps. I'm not sure his team lists dignity at the top of their values. If I were Marner, I think I'd lean towards not taking an extension this year. He'll get his $11M+ from somebody. Is an 8-year vs 7-year contract of that much concern to him?

Would Marner go to Buffalo?

It's early to tell, and this isn't really based on anything, but I'm already sensing more coherence among the management group. Treliving, Berube, and Doan seem to be a good fit. I'm guessing they clean house on the coaching staff.

Agreed. It seemed normal to me. If you're having a press conference with one of the most important persons, the boss is usually there.

I mean, Aho did it on Carolina; I'm positive Marner would as well.