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The Senators are racing against time to lock down star forward Drake Batherson before September 16th, when NHL contract rules shift from eight to seven years max. Signing him now could save them millions in cap space—potentially avoiding a $1.5 million annual hit compared to a seven-year deal. But Batherson might prefer a shorter contract, giving him leverage to chase bigger money later as the salary cap rises. It’s a high-stakes negotiation with big financial stakes for both sides.
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