Analysis
Ducks face cap crunch after Carlsson deal for Gauthier extension
Ducks must trade veterans to fit Gauthier’s $15M extension after Carlsson’s $18M AAV deal.
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Ducks must trade veterans to fit Gauthier’s $15M extension after Carlsson’s $18M AAV deal.
Matching the record offer sheet leaves the Ducks with tight cap space and urgent trade needs.
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