Lecavalier Signs $77 Million Deal With Tampa
June 25, 2008 by Jeanne Dupuis
Filed under Fan Fare, NHL, News, Players, Salary Cap, Signings and Contracts, Tampa Bay Lightning
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I almost choked on my lunch when I read this! Vincent Lecavalier has signed a 9-year contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning for… $77 million dollars!
Okay, yes the number is big but when you break it down to what he will make per year, it’s actually not any more than Sidney Crosby’s deal. While Vin will make $8.55 million per season, Sid will make $9 million (for most of the contract). Still, to be given that kind of money for nine whole years (assuming he continues to play) is pretty incredible.
I know Vinny wanted to stay in Tampa so I’m really happy for him.
