Carolina Hurricanes captain and long-time top-line centerman Eric Staal is entering the final year of a seven-year, $57.75 million deal. Reportedly, general manager Ron Francis and Staal’s team are already in negotiations for a new deal.
Obviously, both sides are trying to do different things. The Carolina Hurricanes organization will try to tie up Eric Staal for the least amount of money possible. On the flip side, Eric Staal will try to get as much money as possible. What is a realistic contract for the man who is set to turn in 31 in October.