It won't be an easy task as he's about to become the highest paid player in the NHL.
Speculations around his contract are everywhere. Nobody knows what he'll earn, just that it'll be a lot.
An intriguing idea was advanced, about signing Matthews short-term.
Of course, ideally, Treliving would sign Matthews for many years. But signing short-term could benefit the team and him.
If Matthews signs a four-year deal, he'll be 29 when he'll be a free agent again. Then, the cap will be higher and at this age, he could still ask for a long-term contract. Superstars are usually looking to use around 15% of the salary cap, and if the cap is higher, the 15% is too.
What kind of contract do you think Matthews will sign?
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22 JUIN | 1944 ANSWERS How Matthews' Short-Term Deal is a Win for the Maple Leafs What kind of contract do you think Matthews will sign? | ||
Long-term | 784 | 40.3 % |
Short-term | 1160 | 59.7 % |
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