Dreger: Islanders focus on Smyth
Posted: Thu Jun 28, 2007 12:28 pm
http://www.tsn.ca/tsn_talent/columnists/darren_dreger/
According to Darren Dreger, it appears the Islanders are willing to do just about anything to keep Smyth.
It's been heavily speculated that the Leafs are after his services, but as much as I love Smyth, at that pricetag the Leafs couldn't afford it, nor would it be worth it. Seems a bit overpriced. Gotta love the Isles and their ridiculously long-term deals though, haha.
According to Darren Dreger, it appears the Islanders are willing to do just about anything to keep Smyth.
There is a strong sense the Islanders are about to hit the 31-year-old with an offer he may not be able to refuse.
Speculation suggests the Isles are preparing an offer above $6-million per year over a 7 - 8 year term.
It's been heavily speculated that the Leafs are after his services, but as much as I love Smyth, at that pricetag the Leafs couldn't afford it, nor would it be worth it. Seems a bit overpriced. Gotta love the Isles and their ridiculously long-term deals though, haha.