Although I understand the cap implications I can’t imagine not trying to get the most money possible out of a team owned by Dolan.
Zubov21
I totally get Igor wanting to make as much money as he can, while he can, but this is a fair deal and well above market. Why hamstring the teams ability to build around you?
TheCrustyIncellious
*Geralt Witcher voice* Fuck.
Weedro30
Good i Like Igor but he’s already 30, Was hoping for something more like 10aav for 4-5 years don’t wanna lock into a long term mistake if things go south.
AlboutThatActionBoss
This will get very interesting lol. Hamstringing the organization is a way to lose fans.
Funny_Papers
That’s a lot of baconators
KorbanDallas90
I’m telling you all he’s not worth it and he’s going to be a huge pain later on.
NYdude777
Not everyone is Jalen Brunson and actually wants to win
smithif
Honestly if he is rejecting that deal Drury should be looking to trade him. Better to get something now than to let him walk for free after the season.
Rell_826
The Rangers leaked this like they did Trouba enforcing his NMC as he said he wasn’t negotiating in season.
People are mad at the player for seeking what he thinks he deserves. Bettman created the system which has turned fans against talent. The cap has only gone up 6M since 2021. It was made to break teams by enforcing artificial parity.
I’ll never say that someone doesn’t deserve what they get. You wouldn’t turn down a pay raise at your job to keep someone from being laid off, so why expect him and others to do the same? He’ll get it somewhere. New York made this bed by offering bad deals to Trouba and Zibanejad years ago.
jkman61494
Shestys agent knows he has the Rangers by the nargles based on how they are built, the lack of a goalie pipeline and the fact this team cannot do a rebuild even if we traded him
ColdYellowGatorade
They should look into trading him if that’s the case. He alone won’t win us the cup. Amazing goalie but they would be screwed.
lnfln1ty
If a hockey player living in New York City makes $11 million a year, a significant portion of their earnings will go toward taxes, agents’ fees, and other expenses. Here’s a rough breakdown of how much they might actually keep:
1. Federal Income Tax:
• In the U.S., the federal tax rate for high-income earners can be up to 37%. • On $11 million, federal taxes could be around $4.07 million.
2. State and Local Taxes (New York City):
• New York State has a top income tax rate of 10.9% for high earners. • New York City adds an additional 3.876%. • Combined, state and local taxes would be approximately 14.776%. • This would amount to about $1.63 million.
3. Agent’s Fee:
• Sports agents typically take about 3%–5% of a player’s salary. • If we assume a 4% agent fee, that would be $440,000.
4. Jock Taxes:
• Hockey players also have to pay taxes in other states where they play games. These are known as “jock taxes.” The actual amount will vary based on their schedule, but let’s estimate an additional 1.5%. • That would amount to about $165,000.
5. Other Deductions:
• There may be other deductions, such as for retirement plans, insurance, and other personal expenses, but these are harder to estimate without more specific details.
Estimated Take-Home:
After these deductions:
• Federal Tax: $4.07 million • State & Local Tax: $1.63 million • Agent Fee: $440,000 • Jock Taxes: $165,000
Total deductions: $6.31 million
Remaining take-home pay: $4.69 million
So, after taxes, agent fees, and other expenses, a hockey player making $11 million a year in NYC might keep around $4.7 million. Keep in mind, the specific details of their tax planning and deductions could affect this amount.
MarsHotelSouth
Lol. Lmao even
TreeFugger69420
I’m sorry, but no goalie is worth that much. Drury handing out blank checks scares the fuck out of me
Flyinghud
BRUH
MyNameIsLegend
That’s fine. It’s likely they’re just haggling over that last $500K or so and he’ll lock in at $11.5M by tomorrow I hope.
drdrchlikdr
If he wants more than 12, trade him.
TernoftheArctic
Offer him 8 and 92. If he don’t take that. You probably gotta trade
TheIncredibleHork
Well, Swayman rejected (allegedly) $8m for 8yrs and took $8.25m for 8yrs.
Maybe Igor just needs that extra $250k per to make it happen? I could deal with it being $500k per.
Either way I still think it’s fair, and I still don’t see us saying no to him unless it pushes well beyond $12m per.
Hungry_Stoic
Settle at 9.0 and move on
IHSCOUTII1973
I’ve never been one of these guys but at a certain point you have to wonder if certain players prioritize salaries over team success. Very hard to build a successful team these days off of such a huge goalie contract. The other bad/underperforming contracts on this team don’t make it any easier.
Is Igor the best goalie in the NHL? Yes. Is he $4M better than, say, Swayman? No.
raabyraab
When you’re paying Trouba as much as you are to play like a 7th DMan you really can’t afford to go higher than this on your goalie.
DropAGearNDissapear
Not worth it
GoRangers5
Happy trails
PriorAcanthaceae5694
apparently he wants shorter term at the same AAV, or something close that still makes him highest paid.
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Come on Igor that’s a fair deal.
11.5 is the magic number 🙏🏽
For fucks sake
Less than ideal
Let’s hope his number is less than 12
Id be fine giving more money for fewer years
I don’t want to pay this much when he’s almost 40
Although I understand the cap implications I can’t imagine not trying to get the most money possible out of a team owned by Dolan.
I totally get Igor wanting to make as much money as he can, while he can, but this is a fair deal and well above market. Why hamstring the teams ability to build around you?
*Geralt Witcher voice* Fuck.
Good i Like Igor but he’s already 30, Was hoping for something more like 10aav for 4-5 years don’t wanna lock into a long term mistake if things go south.
This will get very interesting lol. Hamstringing the organization is a way to lose fans.
That’s a lot of baconators
I’m telling you all he’s not worth it and he’s going to be a huge pain later on.
Not everyone is Jalen Brunson and actually wants to win
Honestly if he is rejecting that deal Drury should be looking to trade him. Better to get something now than to let him walk for free after the season.
The Rangers leaked this like they did Trouba enforcing his NMC as he said he wasn’t negotiating in season.
People are mad at the player for seeking what he thinks he deserves. Bettman created the system which has turned fans against talent. The cap has only gone up 6M since 2021. It was made to break teams by enforcing artificial parity.
I’ll never say that someone doesn’t deserve what they get. You wouldn’t turn down a pay raise at your job to keep someone from being laid off, so why expect him and others to do the same? He’ll get it somewhere. New York made this bed by offering bad deals to Trouba and Zibanejad years ago.
Shestys agent knows he has the Rangers by the nargles based on how they are built, the lack of a goalie pipeline and the fact this team cannot do a rebuild even if we traded him
They should look into trading him if that’s the case. He alone won’t win us the cup. Amazing goalie but they would be screwed.
If a hockey player living in New York City makes $11 million a year, a significant portion of their earnings will go toward taxes, agents’ fees, and other expenses. Here’s a rough breakdown of how much they might actually keep:
1. Federal Income Tax:
• In the U.S., the federal tax rate for high-income earners can be up to 37%.
• On $11 million, federal taxes could be around $4.07 million.
2. State and Local Taxes (New York City):
• New York State has a top income tax rate of 10.9% for high earners.
• New York City adds an additional 3.876%.
• Combined, state and local taxes would be approximately 14.776%.
• This would amount to about $1.63 million.
3. Agent’s Fee:
• Sports agents typically take about 3%–5% of a player’s salary.
• If we assume a 4% agent fee, that would be $440,000.
4. Jock Taxes:
• Hockey players also have to pay taxes in other states where they play games. These are known as “jock taxes.” The actual amount will vary based on their schedule, but let’s estimate an additional 1.5%.
• That would amount to about $165,000.
5. Other Deductions:
• There may be other deductions, such as for retirement plans, insurance, and other personal expenses, but these are harder to estimate without more specific details.
Estimated Take-Home:
After these deductions:
• Federal Tax: $4.07 million
• State & Local Tax: $1.63 million
• Agent Fee: $440,000
• Jock Taxes: $165,000
Total deductions: $6.31 million
Remaining take-home pay: $4.69 million
So, after taxes, agent fees, and other expenses, a hockey player making $11 million a year in NYC might keep around $4.7 million. Keep in mind, the specific details of their tax planning and deductions could affect this amount.
Lol. Lmao even
I’m sorry, but no goalie is worth that much. Drury handing out blank checks scares the fuck out of me
BRUH
That’s fine. It’s likely they’re just haggling over that last $500K or so and he’ll lock in at $11.5M by tomorrow I hope.
If he wants more than 12, trade him.
Offer him 8 and 92. If he don’t take that. You probably gotta trade
Well, Swayman rejected (allegedly) $8m for 8yrs and took $8.25m for 8yrs.
Maybe Igor just needs that extra $250k per to make it happen? I could deal with it being $500k per.
Either way I still think it’s fair, and I still don’t see us saying no to him unless it pushes well beyond $12m per.
Settle at 9.0 and move on
I’ve never been one of these guys but at a certain point you have to wonder if certain players prioritize salaries over team success. Very hard to build a successful team these days off of such a huge goalie contract. The other bad/underperforming contracts on this team don’t make it any easier.
Is Igor the best goalie in the NHL? Yes. Is he $4M better than, say, Swayman? No.
When you’re paying Trouba as much as you are to play like a 7th DMan you really can’t afford to go higher than this on your goalie.
Not worth it
Happy trails
apparently he wants shorter term at the same AAV, or something close that still makes him highest paid.