Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz might have some extra cap space to work with during the upcoming season depending on how veteran forward Ryan Johansen's expected grievance against the Philadelphia Flyers works out. But for now, Trotz is playing it safe.
general manager Barry Trotz might have some extra cap space to work with during the upcoming season depending on how veteran forward, citing a material breach. The 32-year-old was entering the last year of an eight-year, $64 million contract, though the Predators retained half of that in last year's trade that sent Johansen to thein exchange for forward Alex Galchenyuk.
"I have to treat as if it’s in escrow. I have to act like it’s not there until the final decision is made,""The Flyers' attempt to terminate Ryan's contract is disappointing. We've been in contact with the NHLPA and will defend Ryan and protect his rights."ahead of the trade deadline last season. He was waived by the Flyers shortly after the trade, but did not play in either the NHL or AHL because of a hip injury.
Flyers general manager Daniel Briere said earlier this off-season that the injury had left Johansen's status for this season uncertain.."He had an injection; claims he has a hip injury. At this point, honestly I'm not too sure where it's at. We're not sure if he's going to need surgery, or if he's going to be ready for camp. We don't really know at this point.
Johansen posted 13 goals and 23 points in 63 games with the Avalanche last season before the trade to Philadelphia. remain unsigned and could account for the Preds' remaining money to spend. An in-season resolution to Johansen's situation could give the Preds more cap space to work with heading into the trade deadline.
Nashville has already had among the busiest off-seasons around the league, signing Steven Stamkos, Brady Skjei and Jonathan Marchessault in free agency and bringing back Alexandre Carrier and Juuse Saros on contract extensions. Nashville also dealt goaltending prospect Yaroslav Askarov to the San Jose Sharks.
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