Carolina Hurricanes will to force player who asked for trade to honor deal

Twenty-five-year-old Carolina Hurricanes center Martin Necas is a restricted free agent (RFA) heading into the offseason. Despite rumors suggesting a potential split between Necas and the Hurricanes, it appears likely that he will remain with the team for the upcoming season, possibly signing a one or two-year deal.

New Hurricanes General Manager Eric Tulsky has expressed confidence in the situation, regardless of the outcome. Tulsky believes Necas will continue playing in Carolina for the foreseeable future but acknowledges that there is a process to be followed.

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Reports indicate that if the Hurricanes sign Necas after an arbitration hearing, they could secure a contract in the neighborhood of $6.2 million annually, a figure the team can handle. This potential contract also remains manageable for other teams if a trade becomes necessary.

Tulsky's approach reflects a pragmatic attitude, preparing for both scenarios: retaining Necas or moving on without him. This wait-and-see approach is standard practice for general managers in similar situations.

As of now, both Necas and the Hurricanes are in a holding pattern, awaiting the arbitration process and subsequent decisions. The outcome will determine whether Necas continues to contribute to the Hurricanes' lineup or finds a new home with another team capable of meeting his demands.

Source: Blade of Steel
Carolina Hurricanes GM confident RFA centre Martin Necas will be back with team