Defenseman Matt Hunwick and the Bruins have set their arbitration date for July 24 -- less than two weeks away -- but the two sides have had discussions on a multi-year deal that would keep the 24-year-old with Boston for up to three years.

According to sources with knowledge of the negotiations, discussions have recently dried up between the two sides, however, and arbitration appears to be a more likely resolution for the disparity in contract terms over the NHL's leading rookie scorer at the defensemen position last season.

With only $4.3 million remaining under the cap and Phil Kessel still unsigned (but still B's property), it's likely that the Bruins are looking for a little bit of savings with Hunwick and seeking something in the $1-1.3 million range. It's also likely that Hunwick and Co. are looking for something closer to the $1.5-2 million for the 2009-10 season and beyond.

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