As I reported earlier tonight on CSNPhilly.com, Nicklas Grossmann's new deal with the Flyers is 4 years for $14 million.
His cap hit is $3.5 million. This is a terrific, manageable contract for the Flyers.
They get a physical defenseman who is a crease-clearer and just 27-years of age at a time when Matt Carle will likely not be re-signed and Chris Pronger's career is probably over.
I am surprised Grossmann agreed b/c I spoke to him last week and did not feel either he or his family were committed to re-signing at this point. In fact, I felt he wanted to see how the Flyers competed in post-season before making a commitment on whether he would re-sign.
As much as I abhor GM Paul Holmgren's insistence on secrecy and subterfuge, on SO many levels, I like how he quietly gets things done.
Homer lacks polish, but there is always a certain amount of shine to him.
Well done.
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