Goaltender Dan Vladar is closing in on a significant contract extension, per Pierre LeBrun of TSN. While the agreement is not yet finalized, the deal is expected to be a long-term commitment that secures the netminder's future for several seasons to come.
According to LeBrun, the extension is projected to be in the five-to-six-year range. The financial terms are expected to land with a salary and average annual value (AAV) in the $5 million range, as initially suggested by Kevin Weekes. Because Vladar currently has one year remaining on his existing contract, the new extension cannot be officially signed or announced by the league until July 1.
LeBrun noted that there is still "a bit of work to be done" before the terms are fully locked in, but the framework for the multi-year deal appears to be in place. This move represents a major investment in Vladar, signaling his importance to the roster's long-term plans. Fans can expect an official announcement once the calendar flips to the new league year in July.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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