Several NHL stars will become eligible for unrestricted free agency at the end of the 2015-16 season. Much of the focus will be on superstars such as Tampa Bay's Steven Stamkos and Los Angeles' Anze Kopitar. However, other notable stars face challenges in their contract years.
Some, such as Carolina Hurricanes captain Eric Staal (pictured above), must decide if they'll accept less than the value of their current contracts to remain with their teams. Some, such as Arizona Coyotes winger Mikkel Boedker, could consider joining more successful teams. Others, such as St. Louis Blues captain David Backes, hope to lead their teams toward championship contention.
The following slideshow lists the 10 NHL players to watch in their contract years during 2015-16. Performance and current salary were among the critical factors in this compilation. Feel free to voice your opinion in the comments section below.
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10 NHL Players to Watch in Their Contract Years During 2015-16 Season
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