Vrbata reaches 40 points, bonus money in loss to Sharks
You don't often feel like money after losing.
But that was the case for Arizona Coyotes winger Radim Vrbata, who picked up an assist in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks.
The helper marked Vrbata's 40th point of the season, a plateau that sees his bonus-laden contract pay out an extra $500,000.
It's the third bonus Vrbata has achieved this season, as outlined by AZ Sports' Craig Morgan's report of the veteran's deal.
| Target | Bonus | Reached |
|---|---|---|
| 10 games | $250 000 | Nov. 03 |
| 30 games | $250 000 | Dec. 15 |
| 20 goals or 40 points | $500 000 | Feb. 18 |
| Qualify for playoffs | $250 000 | TBD |
| Playoff round win | $250 000 per round | TBD |
Including his $1-million base salary, Vrbata has now earned $2 million on the season.
With the Coyotes out of the playoff mix, the Czech winger is a prime target ahead of the March 1 trade deadline. His low-cost cap hit could be even more attractive if Arizona is willing to retain money to facilitate a deal, which would also help cover his playoff bonuses, as Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman points out.
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