Florida Panthers defenseman Jay Bouwmeester can walk away from the team next summer and it doesn't sound like he's about to change his mind, reports the Edmonton Journal.
Bouwmeester, 25, can become an unrestricted free agent at season's end. He's been concerned with the atmosphere of South Florida, and while the Panthers are hoping he changes his mind and signs a long-term extension, that doesn't appear to be the case.
Now in his sixth NHL season, Bowmeester has yet to see post-season play.
"It's been hard to get over that hump. We've been saying that for a number of years now. With everything that goes on off the ice, it reflects on what's going on the ice and our lack of success," Bouwmeester told the Journal.
"I'm not casting blame on anyone. It's the guys who play that it comes down to."
The Edmonton native is set to make $4.875 million this season and will likely see his salary jump when he signs a new deal.
If the Panthers are unable to get Bouwmeester to agree to a contract extension in the coming months, the team will have no other choice but to explore his trading value.
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This article courtesy thefourthperiod.com
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