I’m not discounting Pinto’s importance to Ottawa. It’s clear he’s their second best centre after Stützle. Pinto’s % of cap on the new deal is similar to Cirelli’s — a comparison for Pinto in terms of points (45-60) and defensive impact — but Ottawa bought three fewer UFA years.
November 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
I’m not discounting Pinto’s importance to Ottawa. It’s clear he’s their second best centre after Stützle. Pinto’s % of cap on the new deal is similar to Cirelli’s — a comparison for Pinto in terms of points (45-60) and defensive impact — but Ottawa bought three fewer UFA years.