Marcus Johansson wants $4.75 million. The Washington Capitals are requesting a little less, $3 million.
That’s according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, as Johansson, a restricted free agent, is preparing to have his arbitration hearing on Wednesday.
So far, the two sides have not been able to agree on a new deal. However, these negotiations often go right down to the wire, as was the case with goalie Braden Holtby.
Johansson, a 24-year-old forward, had 20 goals and 47 points, both career highs, last season.