Not sure why people were freaking out about this. This is exactly the deal most of us wanted.
I'm certainly not "freaking out" about this, but it's a somewhat risky deal.
It's 100% contingent on the expectation that Severson continues on the upward trajectory that very young NHL defenseman typically do. I think he will, but people should be aware it's not a lock, sometimes they flame out by ~26. This is the "new NHL", a deal like this would not have happened 'x' years ago, before a player proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that he's the real deal, and can put up numbers commiserate with the the longevity of their salary.
Cordell beat Bob on this with term and aav details. Good for him.
I don't think there's much risk with this contract at all. Considering his role on our defense, he's worth this money today. As he continues to progress, the $4.167M number looks better and better for New Jersey.
I'm certainly not "freaking out" about this, I'm happy he's signed, but I acknowledge it's a somewhat risky deal.
It's 100% contingent on the expectation that Severson continues on the upward trajectory that very young NHL defensemen typically do.
I think he will, but people should be aware it's not a lock, sometimes they flame out by ~26. This is the "new NHL", a deal like this would not have happened 'x' years ago, before a player proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that he's the real deal, and can put up numbers commiserate with the the longevity of their salary.
. Great deal for New Jersey.
A little light on the dollars for Severson though. Team saved about 3 million on that contract. Not sure I would've given up 3 years of Free Agency for 4 million per.
I like the deal, but wish that there was more being paid in the first few years of the deal, when cap space isn't an issue, rather than at the end of the deal, when hopefully the Devils are contending and could use the space for additional players/contract space.
I like the deal, but wish that there was more being paid in the first few years of the deal, when cap space isn't an issue, rather than at the end of the deal, when hopefully the Devils are contending and could use the space for additional players/contract space.
. Great deal for New Jersey.
A little light on the dollars for Severson though. Team saved about 3 million on that contract. Not sure I would've given up 3 years of Free Agency for 4 million per.
I'm not sure I would either, but the good news for Severson is he only gave up 2 years of free agency.
What do you mean?