Buchnevich Heading Out?
I believe at this point that Pavel Buchnevich will be traded before July 28th, I’m not sure to whom, or for what, but after yesterday’s media conference with General Manager Chris Drury, I think it’ll happen. I’ll be disappointed, I like what he’s evolved into as a player, but I don’t run the Rangers.
The primary reason of course is the contract. Buchnevich is up for a new one following the completion of his previous two year deal worth $3.25M AAV. A career year, and possible UFA status next season, not to mention arbitration rights, give Buchnevich and his agent a lot of leverage in this negotiation. I figure his next contract is probably going to be in the 5-6 years at $6-$6.5M range.