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Latest Zdeno Chara Updates, Bruins Still In The Mix

What’s the latest word on defenseman Zdeno Chara and how likely is it that he opts to sign with the Boston Bruins?

What happens with the Boston Bruins, their blue line and whether Zdeno Chara will be a part of it next season is a story NHL insiders is watching closely. As of today, there’s no definitive news on whether or not Chara will even be returning to the NHL, nonetheless where he’ll play. That said, there are some developments about this story worth updating.

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As we keep a close eye on the latest news and speculation, Amalie Benjamin of NHL.com writes that most believe Chara to the Bruins is a deal that will eventually get done. However, the confidence level has lessened lately. Because the format of next season is so uncertain, there’s no way to know which direction Chara is leaning. So too, because teams have expressed interest, while he’s more likely to sign with the Bruins than anyone else, other teams could play a role.

It seems, whatever format the NHL chooses to move forward with and with whatever team Chara plays with, he will play a reduced role on the team. This is not a player who will likely sign a lucrative deal or anything more than a one-year contract for more than the NHL minimum. If his role isn’t big and he’s likely not going to be a factor, how much would a team be willing to pay?

Perhaps It’s Time Teams Move On

For NHL clubs, including the Bruins, perhaps it’s time teams move on and make other plans. While the salary cap is tight and options are limited, relying on Chara to make a decision seems like a nearly pointless exercise.

The idea is to find the best deal possible for the player that has the best chance to out-produce what he’s being paid. There are still plenty of players on the market and most of them are looking for a place to land and will play in whatever format the NHL goes with.

Then again, Chara is Chara and teams will always be interested…

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