Bouwmeester wants out of Florida?
After the Panthers dealt Olii Jokinen to the Coyotes in exchange for Keith Ballard and Nik Boynton it’s believed that their top defenceman and RFA Jay Bouwmeester wants out of Florida. If it’s true the Panthers say they might want to trade him before July 1st.
Bouwmeester made 2.25 million last year and his value will likely be around 5-6 million. The Edmonton Oilers,New York Rangers,New Jersey Devils,Ottawa Senators and the Washington Capitals are believed to be interested in him.