Capitals sign Justin Schultz to two-year, $8M deal. The Washington Capitals have signed defenseman Justin Schultz to a two-year, $8 million contract. Thank you Jack,the”New World Order” stats may give this signing a thumbs up but as you said -35 speaks for it’s self! The Oilers may have drafted Nail Yakupov with the top pick in the 2012 Entry Draft, but signing Justin Schultz must have felt like they hit the lottery again.Schultz was considered by most to be the best free agent defenseman after Ryan Suter and his signing with Edmonton was a blessing for the team. They've already got Carlson, Orlov and Jensen for the right side. This is a very nice deal for both sides, although being a Penguins fan, I'm not happy that he is going to our rival. Joining them back on the ice will be defenseman Justin Schultz, who CapFriendly reports has been activated from the injured reserve. Justin Schultz, signed 2x$4M by WSH, is a liability defensively and not nearly as good on the PP as you probably think he is, to say the least. Reasoning have you not followed this team & free agent signings for last 3 offseason’s? RHD are pricey and the caps are in desperate need of one. Schultz was drafted by the Anaheim Ducks 43rd overall in the 2008 NHL Draft. So, this contract means that Schultz, 30, carries a $4M AAV through 2021-22. This is a smart move. Not sure I get this reasoning behind this one…. Get to know the game a little better…. Possession of the puck is a good thing right? So, this contract means that Schultz, 30, carries a $4M AAV through 2021-22. (Derik Hamilton/AP) By . I guess the Caps really wanted him, Too much money. He was our best when we won the cups. More than Shattenkirk. In 2020-1, Schultz will earn a base salary of $3,000,000, while carrying a cap hit of $4,000,000. Last season, the defenseman posted a 49.77% Corsi-for percentage, a 50.88% expected goals-for percentage, 36 hits, 50 blocked shots, 18 giveaways, and six takeaways while averaging 19:53 per game (fourth among Penguins’ defenseman), including 2:45 on the power-play (second). He’ll have better talent around him and he fits Lavi’s system. Justin Schultz is on Facebook. Justin Schultz is NOT as bad as people are saying WHEN he has a good solid D partner and on the Power Play he is very good. But definitely a risk. A post shared by Washington Capitals (@capitals) on Oct 9, 2020 at 1:26pm PDT. Justin Schultz needed a reset after the 2020 season. He isn't the same player from 3 years ago. The Capitals now have about $3 million remaining in cap space after signing Schultz, according to CapFriendly. Schultz (lower body) did not travel with the team and is expected to miss the next two games, Samantha Pell of The Washington Post reports. Schultz was slammed hard into the boards by Winnipeg Jets defenseman Dustin Byfuglien a little over four minutes into the second period of his team’s 4-0 Thursday win. Justin Schultz NHL Trade history and details. Money wise… the market demands what it demands, when you don’t have what you need – you’ll pay for it in free agency. Corsi is used as a tool in tandem with all other stats. A bit pricey though. NHL player transactions history including draft, signings, waivers, and more https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/teams/washington-capitals/line-combinations/. Schultz is considered day-to-day with his lower-body injury, Samantha Pell of The Washington Post reports. BIRTHPLACE: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. Trade, sign, recall, reassign, and buyout players as though you were your favourite teams general manager. Total liability in his own end and fallen off a cliff offensively, maybe that's why? Schultz is still a top 4 dman! BORN: July 6, 1990. The team is also reportedly looking to add a forward. — Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) October 9, 2020. Schultz was born in Kelowna, British Columbia, and grew up in the nearby City of West Kelowna, British Columbia.He has previously played in the NHL for the Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins. Go do a little homework and see where Corsi stats range between elites and non elites and you’ll figure out how relevant it is. 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Oshie Scores Hat-Trick In Capitals’ 4-2 Win Over Rangers, This One’s For Coach: T.J. Oshie Scores In First Game Since the Passing Of His Father. Find out Justin Schultz's latest linemates, game logs, advanced stats, news and analysis from dobberhockey.com This is one of those contracts (like Jack Johnson a couple years ago) that requires an explanation from the GM. wow.......this is almost as bad as the Jack Johnson signing. Wow that’s a lot for Schultz. They never make sense wise or money wise! The Washington Capitals have signed unrestricted free agent defenseman Justin Schultz to a two-year contract that carries a cap hit of $4 million. Justin Schultz signed a 2 year / $8,000,000 contract with the Washington Capitals, including $8,000,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $4,000,000. Corsi helps define possession. The Pittsburgh #Penguins have recalled D … Schultz signed as a collegiate free agent with the Oilers on June 29, 2012. Justin Schultz NHL contract and signing comparisons, compare cap hit, comparable salary, contracts, contract history, earnings, aav Justin Schultz NHL contract buyout details and results including cost calculations, savings and final cap hit The Penguins’ Justin Schultz is entering the final season of his three-year, $16.5MM deal he signed back in 2017 and is scheduled to hit unrestricted free agency next summer. you should do a little homework yourself, you learn more when you ask why things don’t work rather than blindly accepting that they do…, https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nhl/news/nhl-advanced-stats-corsi-explained-analytics-corsica-hurricanes-blues-oilers/11ncjyshxrv4l1cihgfy8fwfd7, https://www.barstoolsports.com/blog/492173/why-hockey-metrics-corsi-and-fenwick-are-mostly-bullshit, this looks like a really bad move. Schultz isn't practicing Tuesday, … Remaining Daily Cap Hit : $4,000,000. Schultz has been a … My thoughts exactly. He isn't the same player he was in the Pens cup runs. Schultz is actually a good player who managed to stay afloat in Corsi / Fenwick stats despite being dragged down by that useless weight Jack Johnson. NATIONALITY: Canada. Schultz also has very good speed and does well clearing the defensive zone. His agent is a pain in the butt which is why his contracts are always an issue but for a right handed shooting defensemen and only a TWO year deal I like it for the Caps. The 30-year-old defenseman recorded three goals, 12 points, and a -13 rating in 46 games with the Pittsburgh Penguins last season. Schultz picked up a goal and two assists while adding three shots on net, two hits, one blocked shot and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 4-3 win over the Sabres. Justin Schultz cap hit, salary, contracts, contract history, earnings, aav, free agent status Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Justin Schultz has been diagnosed with a concussion coach Mike Sullivan announced Friday, creating more depth issues for the team’s blue line. Hopefully he shine and stay healthy. The Capitals made it a priority to add to their defense after they gave up average of 3.44 goals-per-game from December 22 onward (the most among the 24 teams that were invited to the NHL’s return-to-play plan) and allowed an average of 2.88 per game in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. CORSI is useless, it was an attempt by Vegas to use stats in hockey like is possible in baseball, it doesn’t work. Justin Schultz is NOT as bad as people are saying WHEN he has a good solid D partner and on the Power Play he is very good. HILARIOUS! Schultz (face) recorded two assists -- including one on the power play -- along with a plus-2 rating while logging 14:31 of ice time during Thursday's 6-3 victory over the Islanders.. That -35 is atrocious for someone that just won back to back Cups in the city we hate. Washington Capitals Fans of Northern Virginia (NoVa Caps, LLC) is not associated with the Washington Capitals; the NHL, or its properties. Capitals sign Justin Schultz to two-year, $8M deal. This team has now lost 20+ players from cup winning team in less than 3 seasons,not sure how GM can still tell owner that this is still top tier team with that level of player turnover . That was my thought exactly. Hearing Justin Schultz has agreed to a 2 year deal with the Capitals. maybe even the team you root for. Estimated Career Earnings : $26,806,783. In this instance, that means using Justin Schultz (out four months with a broken leg) and a wrinkle in the CBA known as long term injured reserve. He's still a good player but this is an overpayment IMO. His agent is a pain in the butt which is why his contracts are always an issue but for a right handed shooting defensemen and only a TWO year deal I like it for the Caps. In 482 career games with the Penguins and Edmonton Oilers, Schultz has recorded 50 goals, 214 points, and a -35 rating. Justin Schultz, signed 2x$4M by WSH, is a liability defensively and not nearly as … I’m not saying he’s a godsend… I’m saying you’re jumping the gun and the signing has a lot of upside. Makes the cap deep on the backend, although a expensive 2 years - I think it could turn out good for the caps tho. Schultz’s best season came in 2016-17 when he set career-highs in goals (12), assists (39), points (51), and plus-minus (+27) in 78 games. Capitals defenseman Justin Schultz has been having a solid bounce-back season. The Capitals now have about $3 million remaining in cap space after signing Schultz, according to CapFriendly. Not even close. Justin Schultz (born July 6, 1990) is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing for the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). Create your own team. The team is also reportedly looking to add a forward. But as long as your owner keeps current GM employed you’ll keep seeing stupid decisions! Mock Draft (Entry Draft Simulator) He was limited to just 75 games in the past two seasons due to multiple injuries. Justin Schultz speaks with the media following morning skate to provide an update on his injury Join Facebook to connect with Justin Schultz and others you may know. #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/gnyYLpjoCk. Schultz, who won the Stanley Cup in back-to-back seasons with the Penguins (2016, 2017), will likely slide in the Capitals’ second defensive pairing with Dmitry Orlov. He got it with the Caps. This news comes just days after Schultz made his return to practice for the first time since his injury occurred back on December 17. These are the kind of comments that make me cringe. It's LESS than what he got in Pittsburgh by 1.5 million per season. RHD’s are scarce this offseason. Justin Schultz, Penguins discussing long-term contract: report ... $21 million contract with an average annual value of $5.25 million on June 30, according to CapFriendly.com. Justin Schultz cap hit, salary, contracts, contract history, earnings, aav, free agent status In 56 career Stanley Cup Playoff games, Schultz has recorded six goals, 29 points, and a +3 rating. When you’re supposed to be a play-driving defenseman, 12 points in 46 games just isn’t cutting it. Give him Orlov as a partner under Lavi and its quite possible we see the player from those cup years. This is actually a good signing folks. Schultz has had a short honeymoon in Edmonton also before he got ” run out” of organization. Most of the negative +\- came from the early days in Edmonton… And then of course we all know that entire pens team was trash last year. Schultz, 30, was a 51-point defenseman just a few years ago but has seen his offensive production almost completely dry up. Don't lose faith in him over one bad season people jeez. With the team dealing with serious cap implications now and over the next few years, the team might have trouble retaining their top-four defenseman. Wayyyyyyyyyyyy too much money but thankfully only 2 years. He will have a STRONG D partner to play with unlike in Pittsburgh when he got stuck with Jack Johnson (who amazingly got signed by the Rangers today - HA!!!). The team will pay him $3 million in 2020-21 and $5 million the next season. Justin Schultz has agreed to a two-year contract with the Capitals that will carry a $4MM cap hit. I just find it funny that as a Pittsburgh Penguin fan, Justin Schultz AND Jack Johnson are still in our Metropolitan Division. Puck is a good player but this is an overpayment IMO the Capitals now about. … Justin Schultz and others you may know is an overpayment IMO have. 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