John Flyers Fan
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CarlRacki said:I think you're confusing the issue somewhat. Pronger, Sundin and guys of that age and salary likely will never recover all that they will lose this year. But the question instead should be how much of what they lose this year will they recover. If the system stays as is, they probably won't make it all back, but they can make millions more than they would under a cap.
Sundin is 34 this month and probably has at least four more years of hockey ahead of him. Whether those years are played under a cap or not will make a difference to him financially.
Pronger is 30 and, if I'm not mistaken, will be eligible for free agency next year. Whether he plays in a capped NHL can make the difference between a $9 million/year contract and a $6 million/year contract.
So, to say these guys are all acting selflessly and have nothing to gain by winning this labor battle is simply not true.
They'll make more in upcoming years without a cap than with, but chances are not enough to make up for what they're willing to sacrifice this year.