Despite the fact that things between Laine and the Blue Jackets may not be progressing as rapidly as everyone concerned would want, Portzline claims that things are definitely improving in light of this most recent development.
Told #CBJ RFA Patrik Laine will not file for #NHL salary arbitration by the 5 p.m. Sunday deadline.
That's an indication that negotiations, while not moving as quickly as some would like, remain amicable between the club and Laine's agent, Andy Scott.
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Good news for Blue Jackets fans.
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How much is Patrik Laine worth?
10M$ AAV
16
3.4 %
9M$ AAV
40
8.6 %
8M$ AAV
142
30.5 %
Under 7M$ AAV
268
57.5 %
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