Tigger said:
I don't know how often rfa players take paycuts, I can see Kulemin getting 2.5 next year, fwiw.
For what it's worth, I believe Hornby was insinuating that the Leafs would save money on Kulemin over what his camp would have been asking for originally. With his play, he will leave some money on the table over what he would have received if he had a stronger year.
Personally, I agree with you that Kulemin will come in around 2.5 - 3 million based on his potential and strong two-way play. The interesting aspect will be the term. If I was Burke, and you believe this year was an anomaly you want to lock up Kulemin for as long as you can at a discount.