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Jets Cap Crunch: Who's Earning Their Salary?
19 Nov
Summary
- Winnipeg Jets utilize cap space by assigning players to AHL.
- Player performance is analyzed beyond goals and assists.
- Some players significantly exceed their cap hit value.
The Winnipeg Jets are navigating significant salary cap implications as players return from injury. By assigning players like Brad Lambert to the Manitoba Moose, the team has saved over $2.5 million in cap space. This move allows for potential additions up to $9.2 million at the trade deadline.
The team's roster efficiency is being scrutinized, with a focus on which players provide the most value for their cap hit. While stars like Connor Hellebuyck and Josh Morrissey are delivering spectacular returns, concerns exist about the cap efficiency of others, such as Luke Schenn and Jonathan Toews.
This in-depth analysis moves beyond traditional statistics, incorporating underlying numbers and 'Net Rating' to assess player performance. The Jets are looking to optimize their cap usage, particularly to address potential weaknesses on the defensive end before the trade deadline.
