6.5 is a lot for a guy whose career high is 25 goals, but theyre getting his prime years so this could turn out okay for Florida...if it does, hes going to really get paid next deal.

Should’ve been longer but good aav

Really interesting trend some players are taking this year with the flat cap. That's the third higher end player in a few days to take 5-6 mil in a late RFA contract but keep it at 3-4 years to be able to still get a big UFA deal.

It's quite the gamble as they perhaps could have gotten more term and if they decline or get injured they probably gave up a lot.

Flipside is if they continue their play (no improvement even needed) at 28-30 (Pionk will be the oldest of the three), they'll likely be able to get a large 5-6 year deal in a larger cap environment.

Good on them for betting on themselves.

Is it a lot for a guy who was 11th in the NHL in goals, scoring 25 goals in 56 games? Context matters.

Looks like Florida is serious about retaining Barkov next year by surrounding him with same-age talent. While I think this contract is a little high /or/ too short, I really like what Zito is doing in Miami.

6.5 is a lot for a guy whose career high is 25 goals, but theyre getting his prime years so this could turn out okay for Florida...if it does, hes going to really get paid next deal.

I didnt realize his career only consists of last year. Context matters.