Predators to buy out Matt Duchene, other NHL buyouts: How the move signals a new era in Nashville

By Eric Stephens, Peter Baugh and Eric Duhatschek The Predators placed forward Matt Duchene on waivers Friday for the purpose of buying out his contract. Here’s what you need to know: The 32-year-old had three years left on a seven-year, $56 million contract ($8 million AAV) signed in July 2019. For two of the three seasons, there is a $5.5 and $6.5 million cap charge, per CapFriendly. Duchene, who played for Nashville the past four seasons, had 22 goals and 34 assists in 71 games last season. The Athletic’s instant analysis: Things are changing in Music City under new general...

Jul 3, 2023 - 23:06
Predators to buy out Matt Duchene, other NHL buyouts: How the move signals a new era in Nashville
By Eric Stephens, Peter Baugh and Eric Duhatschek The Predators placed forward Matt Duchene on waivers Friday for the purpose of buying out his contract. Here’s what you need to know: The 32-year-old had three years left on a seven-year, $56 million contract ($8 million AAV) signed in July 2019. For two of the three seasons, there is a $5.5 and $6.5 million cap charge, per CapFriendly. Duchene, who played for Nashville the past four seasons, had 22 goals and 34 assists in 71 games last season. The Athletic’s instant analysis: Things are changing in Music City under new general...

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