NHL:
Does Wolf’s $7.5M cap hit force Edmonton to re-evaluate a Skinner extension or pursue a trade if the cap pressure grows?
Qwiket AI:
Wolf’s deal ratchets up the ceiling for young goalies and tightens the leash on Skinner’s next contract. If Edmonton wants stability, they may pursue a longer-termSkinner pact with careful salary shaping; otherwise, they could flirt with a deadline deal to preserve flexibility for surrounding cap growth.
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Calgary Flames: