If I were Knies, at 6 I think I'd just bet on myself to continue producing. I think we're past the point where there's any discount for early signing.
Wingers who got 6 last year included Tyler Tiffoli (33 g, 32 yo, $6M x 4), Owen Tippett (28g, 25yo, $6.2M x 8), Tom Wilson(WTF, 29yo x 7)...