The Kreider Conundrum: What It Says About NHL Salary Cap Chaos Chris Kreider, 35, has signed a one year deal with the Montreal Canadiens worth up to $5 million in bonuses.
This move is just the latest symptom of the salary cap crisis plaguing the NHL. On its surface, this seems like a straightforward story about a veteran finding new employment after being waived by the Anaheim Ducks.
However, scratch beneath the surface and you'll find complex factors that raise questions about team management, player contracts, and the league's long term sustainability.