Can anyone fault David Kampf for agreeing to a four-year contract that will pay him an average of $2.4 million per season to play hockey? It seems unreasonable to blame him for securing such a deal.
Moreover, Kampf also managed to obtain a limited no-trade clause, which adds protection to his position. This clause allows him some control over potential trades during the contract period.
"Is it in any way David Kampf’s fault for somehow managing to also pick up a limited no trade clause in the process?"
Given the situation, it appears that David Kampf will likely continue his career with the Marlies, or possibly not at all.
David Kampf's well-negotiated contract and no-trade clause highlight his smart approach to securing stability in his hockey career, which likely limits his options beyond the Marlies.