Drayton native Nick Spaling is one of 21 National Hockey League players that have filed for salary arbitration.
Spaling, an unsigned restricted free agent with the Nashville Predators, is coming off a two-year, $2.1 million contract.
Last season the centre/winger, who is known primarily for his penalty killing and defensive play, registered 13 points (nine goals, four assists)in 47 games.
The Predators tendered Spaling an undisclosed qualifying offer in late June, but the two sides do not appear to have been close to a deal.
Arbitration hearings – during which the player and team present their cases – are set for July 22 to Aug. 6. Players can sign a new contract anytime prior to their hearing, but if not an arbitrator sets their salary.
