Martin Necas' trade fate has been confirmed by insider Elliotte Friedman
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Elliotte Friedman, an NHL insider, has indicated that the Carolina Hurricanes are initiating trade discussions involving Martin Necas.
During an appearance on the Jeff Marek show, Friedman disclosed that talks surrounding the Hurricanes' forward are gaining momentum. Despite his characteristic caution in wording, it appears increasingly probable that Necas will not remain with the Hurricanes for the upcoming season.
Jeff Marek Show: Elliotte says he doesn't want to say the Necas stuff is "heating up" but talk has picked up. People thought it could get worked between both sides but they don't think that's going to happen. #CauseChaos #NHL
According to Friedman, the Hurricanes have specified their desired return in any trade involving Necas. The team holds Necas in high regard and is seeking a player of similar caliber in exchange. Necas demonstrated his value with 24 goals and 53 points in 77 games this season, although his previous season boasted even higher numbers with 28 goals and 71 points in the same number of games.
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On Necas: "Carolina is letting people know that they consider Necas a budding star and that's the kind of return they want."
"Star power is what they want in return I heard."
Elliotte says a 1st rounder and a decent prospect isn't going to cut it. #CauseChaos #NHL
"Star power is what they want in return I heard."
Elliotte says a 1st rounder and a decent prospect isn't going to cut it. #CauseChaos #NHL
The Hurricanes face financial constraints this offseason, with just $26 million in cap space to address multiple roster vacancies. Necas' impending contract negotiations present an additional challenge, compounded by other expiring contracts on the team. Despite these hurdles, Necas may have enhanced his trade value following his performance at the World Championships, where he contributed significantly to Czechia's gold medal victory with seven points in five games.
David Kampf's huge faceoff win sets up Martin Necas and Czechia leads 4-2.
Necas' third point of the game. #MensWorlds
Necas' third point of the game. #MensWorlds
Source: Markerzone
Elliotte Friedman confirms Martin Necas' trade fate
Elliotte Friedman confirms Martin Necas' trade fate
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