Western team interested in Sean Couturier

But this interest comes with one condition: a 50% salary retention.

At around $4 million a year, the team that hasn’t been named would be willing to take a chance on the center. Remember that the Phoenix-born center earns $7.75 million annually, and if the Flyers (or a third-party team) retained 50% of his salary, the team that acquired him would pay less than four million ($3.875 million).

In his excellent text, Anthony Di Marco clarifies his “change” of agent a few days ago. He also says that he has spoken with several high-ranking NHL employees, who believe that a “hockey trade” is possible. Jonathan Huberdeau’s name has been raised in a hypothetical trade.

Obviously, Huberdeau won’t be traded for Couturier one-for-one, but these are two big earners who could be on the move this summer.

Another league source said that the team acquiring Couturier would have to believe he could be a viable third center for at least three years to justify the end of his contract.

In any case, it’s a situation to keep an eye on, and Couturier could be on his last legs in Philadelphia.

In gusto

– Hurricanes avoid the sweep.

– Grant McCagg wouldn’t touch Martin Necas.

– CF Montreal lose to Lionel Messi and Miami.

– The file continues to be the talk of the town.

– Good stuff.

– À 7-0…