NHL Rumors: Martin Necas, Patrik Laine, and Evgeny Kuznetsov
Recent NHL rumors surround Martin Necas, Patrik Laine, and Evgeny Kuznetsov. Michael Amato of Sportsnet reports on their situations.
Martin Necas had a career-high 83 points last season and could exceed 90 points this season playing with Nathan MacKinnon. With the rising cap and recent comparables, Necas may seek over $10 million per season, potentially nearing Mikko Rantanen's $12 million.
- Necas likely won't surpass MacKinnon's $12.6 million but may get $10-$11 million.
- A Cale Makar extension could be more expensive, potentially in the Kirill Kaprizov range.
- The Avs must decide whether to keep Necas and risk losing him for nothing or trade him before the deadline.
Patrik Laine seems to be falling out of favor with head coach Martin St. Louis.
Evgeny Kuznetsov had NHL offers.
Author's summary: NHL rumors surround Necas, Laine, and Kuznetsov's futures.