But I don’t think the players can have it both ways. If they signed a guaranteed contract, it will be legally binding for both parties. The owner will be obligated to pay every cent. Likewise, if a player asks for more, the owners will remind him of this contract. It can’t be a one-way street in favor of the players. If the player thinks they are worth more, they can sign a new contract, but it won’t kick in until the end of the previous one. At least this is how it works in the NHL.