Bob McKenzie: Players are expected to receive their signing bonuses for the 2020-21 contract year today. In total it would be over $300 million.
Bob McKenzie: Players may not get their money today as July 1st is a Canadian Holiday and it’s a US holiday weekend as well. Payment may not arrive until next week, but the players will get them.
Bob McKenzie: The NHL and NHLPA are still sorting out some issues with regards to signing bonuses. “Escrow will also need to be factored in on SB but at what rate?