Yesterday The Athletic published an article that was used as a reference by MTV, a news outlet here in Finland, also yesterday.
The Athletic link
The MTV link
The Finnish article stated the following about a nameless GM's thoughts;
''Players are always the most valuable 2 years before they enter free agency. If I had Barkov and I didn't believe that he would renew his contract, I would want to get rid of him. He would be worth a formidable amount when he would have 2 years left on his contract.''
He has 2 years left on his contract.
1. Is Barkov rumored to not renew his contract?
2. What would the appropriate trade price be if a potential suitor would entertain getting him on board?