Best Free Agent Set To Sign With Bruins Rival

Tatar's last contract with the New Jersey Devils, a two-year deal with a $4.5 million cap hit, recently concluded. The 32-year-old had a solid season, tallying 20 goals and 48 points while playing in all 82 games. However, the playoffs were a different story, with Tatar managing just 1 goal in 12 games.

Tatar is gaining a reputation for struggling in the postseason. Over his last four playoff runs with the Devils, Canadiens, and Golden Knights, he has only scored 4 goals and 6 points in 35 games.

Hockey Insider Elliotte Friedman provided an update on Tatar's situation:

Tatar has changed agents and appears inclined to sign with a team in the Eastern Conference.

Tatar's playoff performances have likely impacted his free agency earnings. Based on his regular-season stats, he might have secured a deal similar to his previous one with the Devils. However, it now seems he's looking at a contract closer to $1 million. With 12 seasons in the league and at 32 years old, wherever Tatar signs, he'll be in another "show me" situation.

There are indications that Tatar could be close to signing with the New York Islanders.

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