Former Bruins Player Is Going To Be On The Move
Potential Shake-Up in Winnipeg as Blake Wheeler's Future Hangs in the Balance.
Significant changes loom for Winnipeg this summer after the Jets' early playoff exit and coach Rick Bowness calling out the players.
Speculation grows over a
Pierre-Luc Dubois trade, goalie
Connor Hellebuyck's long-term commitment, and now, the uncertain future of former captain Blake Wheeler in Winnipeg.
The Jets night buyout the rest of Wheelers contract
According to Steve Dangle's social media report, Wheeler's days with the Jets appear numbered, with a buyout being the likely outcome.
Despite a strong 55-point season, Wheeler's welcome seems to have worn thin, especially after his public response to Bowness' criticisms, questioning his honesty.
Last year, attempts to trade Wheeler failed due to the team's reluctance to retain a portion of his $8.25-million salary.
These recent developments increase the chances of a buyout, which would impact the salary cap by $2.75 million over two seasons.
Additionally, TSN's Darren Dreger notes some trade interest in Wheeler from other teams.
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JUIN 23 | 103 ANSWERS Former Bruins Player Is Going To Be On The Move Should the Bruins show interest in bringing back Wheeler? |
Yes | 30 | 29.1 % |
No | 73 | 70.9 % |
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