Was it a slight overpayment, probably, but not obscene. We figured he would get between 5 and 5.5 and if he hit UFA, who knows how much one crazy GM might give him, I'm sure someone would offer up 6+
Yes, never 30 goals or 70 points but he's our first line center for the forseeable future, is young and just coming into his prime years, plays in all situations, and consistantly can be relied upon for at least 50-60 points.
Lou also rewards loyalty and look at Travis' last contract - his cap hit was under 4 yet he has been our first line center for nearly the entire duration of that contract. He has been a bargain and Lou is now making up for it.
I'm Ok with the numbers - but what happens if we stink like everyone says and draft MacKinnon next year?
