Ultra long-term deals are becoming the expectation when you’re talking about a star player nowadays. We recently talked about the logic behind them and the massive risks they involve.
Jeremy Roenick applauds the Philadelphia Flyers for going out and trying to improve their club with their 14-year offer sheet on Shea Weber, but he also sees the risk in the contract length. Check out the video below to see Roenick’s thoughts on the new deal and the CBA negotiations:
More on Weber:
Agent: Weber doesn’t want to go through another rebuilding process
“Small-town guy” Weber was hesitant to sign with the Rangers
Report: Nashville wanted Couturier as part of potential Weber trade
Weber’s agent: Philadelphia is “a destination place”
Preds GM Poile issues statement on Weber offer sheet
So…what if Nashville doesn’t match Philly’s offer sheet for Weber?
Report: Weber’s front-loaded offer sheet worth $110 million, packed with signing bonuses
Report: Philadelphia, Shea Weber agree on a 14-year offer sheet