Chris Patrick, GM of the Washington Capitals, is proactively looking to secure extensions for forward Connor McMichael and defenseman Martin Fehervary ahead of their transition to restricted free agents. With both players having had career-best seasons, Patrick aims to avoid the pitfalls witnessed last offseason when the Edmonton Oilers lost key players due to aggressive offer sheets from the St. Louis Blues. Given the looming increase in the salary cap, the Capitals are keen on extending contracts to prevent potential disruptions in their roster.
Chris Patrick emphasized the importance of being proactive with higher-end restricted free agents, citing last season’s events as a cautionary tale for teams.
The Capitals are keen to secure contract extensions for Connor McMichael and Martin Fehervary, who are both poised for raises after impressive seasons.
Last offseason exemplified how teams can quickly find themselves in a precarious situation regarding RFAs, as demonstrated by the Oilers' losses to offer sheets.
The successful contract poaching by the Blues has changed how teams view RFAs, potentially leading to increased aggressive contract negotiations in the near future.
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