The Mattias Janmark extension might be a comparable for Kapanen. The Oilers signed him to a three-year deal worth $1.45 million per season. If Edmonton can get Kapanen on a two-year around $1.25 million, it would be a wise gamble.
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Kasperi Kapanen continues his strong play and Draisaitl favors his presence on the line, retaining him could be a strategic move for the Oilers. Around $1.25 million is fair money, given where the salary cap will go, and the Oilers will need contracts they can maneuver around.
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