Certainly a player that looked rejuvenated in his brief stint in Washington, Sergei Fedorov presents an interesting case as for Staying or going.
In the pro column, Fedorov looked younger, more energized and active once he put on a Caps' sweater, and it seems safe to say that he was a positive influence in the locker room. He's still an excellent skater, and he's solid defensively. The Caps would also have something they haven't had in a long time: top-tier depth at the center position.
In the con column, Fedorov is 38 years old, has openly discussed possible retirement, and may not come in at a price that the Caps find reasonable. Where will he slot on the roster with a healthy Michael Nylander? Would Fedorov accept third-line ice-time coupled with 1st unit power play time? How much does he have left in the tank?
Personally, we wouldn't give Fedorov more than $2 million in salary, and absolutely would not give Fedorov more than one year in term. Too much risk, no matter how classy a player Fedorov is.
DH's WAG: It's been said that Fedorov has interest in returning to the Caps, which is a nice change, as Mike Vogel points out. This one is tough to figure, as Fedorov shouldn't even be on the Caps' minds until Mike Green is resigned and the goalie situation is resolved. The guess here is that Fedorov isn't in a Caps' uniform (system) next season.
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