again Avs decline, they do not want Strome and his cap hit.

Flames accept.

It is going to be harder to move Trouba and Kreider's contract

Ducks decline.

Trouba & Kreider aren't going anywhere in the short term as a need for the team & those NMC's .
Look at their salary breakdowns over the next few years, the contracts were built with the possibility of moving them in years 3,4 & beyond.
Lets see what that ESPN money does for the cap over the next few years. NYR isn't looking to have 17 million in open cap & not make the team any better.

Completely agree. Also people seem to think Kreider is 100% crash and boom like a Kassian for some reason, and that his body is breaking down and that his numbers are on a down trend. He’s closer to pavelski than wilson when it comes to playing style, his numbers are actually inclining, and once move down the lineup will only provide more longevity on his not breaking down body.. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Beyond that I don’t think many on here understand the point in front loading and back loading contracts..