Is this the end for Henrik Lundqvist and the Rangers? Before COVID-19 hit the World, there was some talk of a potential buyout or trade for The King. Today, I don’t think a buyout of Lundqvist is where the organization wants to go, as it will only save them around $3 million on his $8.5 million deal. A buyout of Brendan Smith or Marc Staal is more likely.
While a trade could be figured out, the flat cap makes it difficult. Other contenders may not be able to find a way to fit in Hank even if the Rangers were to eat half his salary.