With less than 48 hours until NHL free agency begins, Ray Shero is sticking to his plan in trying to keep his championship team in tact by inking Bill Guerin and Craig Adams to new deals.
With more holes to fill, Penguins General Manager Ray Shero has his work cut out for him with the limited cap space the Penguins have available.
A breakdown on committed salaries for the 2009-2010 season and the latest buzz surrounding the Penguins impending free agents.
Centers
1. Sidney Crosby – Cap hit $8.7 million (Signed Through 2012-2013 season)
2. Evgeni Malkin – Cap Hit $8.7 million (Signed Through 2013-2014 season)
3. Jordan Staal – Cap Hit $4 million ( Signed Through 2012-2013 season)
4. Craig Adams - Cap Hit - $550,000 (Signed Through 2010-2011 season)
Total Cap Hit - $21.95 million
Waiting in the Wings: Dustin Jeffrey (21 years old) – Cap hit of $510,000, signed through 2010-2011 season
Analysis: Pittsburgh is involved in negotiations with face-off specialist Mike Zigomanis regarding a two year deal. The Craig Adams signing is not believed to have any impact on Zigomanis but many insiders are a surprised a deal has not been agreed too yet.
Free Agents
1. Mike Zigomanis – Age 28 (2008-2009 salary: $650,000)
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