Ken Wiebe talks about Cole Perfetti
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As the NHL offseason slowly wraps up, Kevin Cheveldayoff must make haste regarding re-signing UFA Cole Perfetti.
Ken Wiebe, a highly respected insider recently conducted a Q&A and addressed some of the fan concerns concerning Cole Perfetti.
Q: Is a Cole Perfetti deal coming? - Jesse
Wiebe: There's little doubt in my mind that a deal is forthcoming for Perfetti. It's simply a matter of when, not if. While there has been ample debate over whether it's going to be a bridge deal or a longer-term extension, Perfetti is set to return to a top-six forward role this fall and he's poised for a breakout season. With that in mind, it would be in his best interest to get a deal done prior to training camp.
However, if this was an easy deal to get done, it would be done already. Although there's enough cap room to get a contract inked that goes five years or beyond, it says here that a bridge remains the most likely outcome.
While many observers anticipate a two-year bridge, I'm curious if a one-year deal could be something to consider. If that option is exercised, it's possible the season ahead could help both sides come to a quicker resolution on what that longer-term deal looks like.
Cole Perfetti has also been spotted by media spending 1-on-1 time with newly appointed head coach Scott Arniel. There have been reports of positive communication between the two, with rumours of a long-term deal being considered.
If Perfetti is somehow guaranteed are more prominent role in the Jets top 6, a long term deal could potentially be on the table as the Jets currently have the salary cap to get it done.
source: The Free Press
Perfetti's contract status, Ehlers' future are hot topics in Jetsville
Perfetti's contract status, Ehlers' future are hot topics in Jetsville
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