Hockey Wilderness · Jun 18, 2015
Matt Cooke placed on waivers to be bought out
Matt Cooke, who was signed immediately after the Wild traded Devin Setoguchi to the Jets, was place on waivers Thursday afternoon. Minnesota plans to buyout the rest of his 3-year $7.5 million contract, which included a no-trade clause. According to War-On-Ice.com, his buyout AAV will be $500,000 compared to the $3 million he was to be owed this upcoming season. Due to buyout rules, he will also receive $1 million next year as well for a total of $2 million to equal two thirds of his salary for the 2015-16 season.
...And there was much rejoicing.
Boston should Claim Matt Cooke and make him a master of the custodial arts at the Garden. And let fans in Savard jerseys dickpunch him.