Tell the arbitrators that they can go home, the Rangers and Brandon Dubinsky have finally come to a deal.
Today, the Rangers resigned forward Brandon Dubinsky to a four-year, $4.2 million dollar contract after holding out to the point where it seemed arbitration was going to happen. Dubinsky reportedly had an asking price of $5.2 million, which seemed very steep because its equivalent to players such as Bobby Ryan and Ryan Kesler. While Dubinsky does not live up to that caliber, he is a very good asset to have on a team, and the Rangers got that for a more than reasonable price for both parties.
Dubinsky netted 24 goals and 59 points last season, which were both his personal best. The good thing about this deal is that it allows him to grow more with the Rangers, and grow into the system. Dubinsky is a legitimate threat on the ice, and having him for four more years will only benefit the team.
Now, the Rangers are left with a lone prime free-agent that needs signing in Ryan Callahan. The deal with Dubinsky allows the Rangers to have $10.6 million in cap space, which a good portion of will go to Callahan. Make no mistakes, this is a fair deal, and it benefits all. Welcome home for the next four years, Brandon Dubinsky!
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