Value of: Ville Leino's Rights To Chicago And The New Contract

[Cullksinikers]

He notched up 53 points in 81 games.

Philadelphia probably won't retain him. Chicago could really use someone on the wing that can put up good point totals. We need some more wing depth.

My question: What would it take to get his negotiating rights from Philadelphia? Also, what contract term (annually) is fair? My guess is $3 million per, but I could be wrong.

Thoughts?

[Avs44]

Why do you want Leino? Shouldn't you try to resign Kopecky?

[Cullksinikers]

Originally Posted by Avs44

Why do you want Leino? Shouldn't you try to resign Kopecky?

He won't be back.

[BloFan4Life]

You guys should try and get Versteeg back for much less return and probably a cheaper price.

[Cullksinikers]

We don't want Versteeg back.

[Sevanston]

We can't afford Versteeg, and he was always a little redundant on this team anyway.

Leino would be great, but given his performance, he's probably priced himself outside of our budget.

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

No thanks. He's a better version of Kopecky.

I love me some Tomas, but I wouldn't be happy paying either what they'll get on the UFA market.

[PhillyCurt12]

how about a conditional 4th/5th (2nd if he signs)?

i'd expect anywhere from a 2.75-3.5 cap hit.

[Bryz4shiz]

I think he'll probably be looking for around 3.5

[Cullksinikers]

He had a good year. I'd pay him $3 million. I would pay him no more. If he would agree to that, I'd get his rights.

[99 steps]

Originally Posted by Cullksinikers

We don't want Versteeg back.

Speak for yourself. I'd gladly have Versteeg back.

[Cullksinikers]

I don't think he's a bad player, but $3,083,333 is too much.

[BillyShoe1721]

I'd take a 4th that turns into a 3rd if he signs.

[Cullksinikers]

Originally Posted by BiLLY_ShOE1721

I'd take a 4th that turns into a 3rd if he signs.

Done.