ruff22
Registered User
I agree that Pegula is much more frugal than before. Budget is a major consideration. Long term UFA signings may be a thing of the past (probably a good thing team wise too).
But, I believe that Pegula wants to win, and will spend to the cap when it is needed. Last year they signed Hall. Pegula was giving one last go to try to make the playoffs, before all the vets wanted out....forcing another rebuild.
I agree with that too. While I don't keep as close an eye on all of this like some here do, my impression is that Pegula is willing to spend (as long as he feels it will lead to some type of worthwhile run). But, now we're back to square 1 and he's trying to keep salaries low for the time being. Plus he's learning that future cap space has to be managed more wisely as well.