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We now have more details following Vinzenz Rohrer‘s somewhat unexpected departure from the Montreal Canadiens’ forward group.
We now know how much Rohrer will earn in Switzerland, and the figure goes a long way toward explaining his surprising decision to return to Europe.
The Canadiens prospect caught many people off guard when he signed a three-year contract with EV Zug on Monday.
SwissHabs has since revealed the financial details of the deal.
Based on the information available, Rohrer will be loaned to Zug by the Canadiens next season. And his salary in Switzerland puts his decision into perspective.
Rohrer is expected to earn between 750,000 and 800,000 Swiss francs per season, which works out to more than $900,000 in U.S. dollars.
With the Laval Rocket, Rohrer was set to earn only $82,500.
That’s quite the difference.
Vinzenz Rohrer secures a star-level salary and major role with Zug
With his chances of cracking the Canadiens’ lineup looking slim, Rohrer has secured a lucrative salary no matter where he plays.
Zug clearly wanted him and made him an offer that was almost impossible to refuse.
Rohrer’s new salary will reportedly rank among the highest in Switzerland’s National League.
He’ll be treated like a star.
That says plenty about the role waiting for him.
A salary that high suggests Zug expects Rohrer to play a major role in its lineup.
It’s a major vote of confidence.
The amount is even more striking when you consider his production.
Rohrer recorded only 12 points in 41 games with Zurich last season.
Zug is clearly betting on his potential.
None of this rules out a future in the NHL.
Rohrer has simply chosen to earn considerably more money while waiting for his opportunity.
It’s a decision that makes sense, doesn’t it?
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