While the NHL and NHLPA are in a CBA dispute that will jeopardize the 2012-13 season, the New York Rangers have some "disputes" themselves that they are dealing with in their own camp. Number one on the list is concerning Group II restricted free agent Michael Del Zotto. The 22-year-old defenseman, who recorded ten goals and 41 points in 77 games last season, is still without a contract for the future, and according to Larry Brooks in The Post, the Rangers and Del Zotto are not close to striking a deal just yet.
It is believed that the Blueshirts are offering a multi-year contract to Del Zotto, somewhere between $2.2 million to $2.5 million per year, which is a hefty price when you consider his contributions over the past three seasons. Yes, he emerged offensively in 2011-12, improving from that standpoint, but his defensive abilities continue to be subpar. And if a deal has not been made yet, that obviously states that Del Zotto is seeking slightly more cash than what ...
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August 19, 2012
