"For starters, Kaprizov is someone you back up a dump truck of money for. The 28 year old winger has never been under a point per game. Last season he put up 25-31-56 in 41 games, which is a 50-62-112 pace. In his last four seasons, his 82-game point pace was 108, 92, 105, and 112. That's in line with Artemi Panarin 's production, but at six years younger."
"With a rising cap and uncertainty with Panarin's future and the availability of Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel, Kaprizov would be the next best option as an elite producer that can carry a line. Generally speaking, a team is best built with centers carrying wingers, but there are a few wingers that can carry lines and Kaprizov is one of them."
Kirill Kaprizov reportedly rejected an eight-year, $16 million AAV contract offer, prompting speculation about his availability. The rejection reportedly originated from a reputable source, shifting focus toward how the information leaked. Kaprizov is a 28-year-old winger with consistent elite scoring, posting 25-31-56 in 41 games last season and 82-game paces of 108, 92, 105, and 112 over four seasons. The profile aligns with Artemi Panarin's production while being six years younger. Salary-cap constraints complicate a trade. Kaprizov carries a $9 million cap hit, and the New York Rangers have roughly $1.5 million in cap space, requiring additional salary in any trade and negotiation over a larger new deal.
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