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September 10, 2012 | 10:36am ET
Rangers hope Del Zotto can act sensibly
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While talks are expected to pick up this week since restricted free agents cannot sign contracts after Sept. 15 if there isn't a new Collective Bargaining Agreement in place, NorthJersey.com reports that New York Rangers GM Glen Sather is positive a deal can be reached with defenseman Michael Del Zotto.

Del Zotto, 22, ended his three-year, $2.625 million entry-level deal this past season and could not seek arbitration rights this summer.

The Rangers have reportedly proposed a contract offer with a cap hit believed to be around $2.2 million to $2.5 million per season.

"He'll come to his senses," Sather said. "Our offer is what it is. You can't negotiate against yourself."

The young blueliner led the Blueshirts' defense corps with 10 goals and 31 assists for 41 points in 77 games last season.

Meanwhile, Sather was not as blunt when asked about the looming lockout, though he stated that he feels confident a new CBA can be settled in a timely manner.

"I've been down this walk a few times, I'm always optimistic," Sather added.

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