The 2024-25 NHL season is only a few days old, and teams have already announced some significant contact extensions. The latest team to do so is the Ottawa Senators, who just locked up goaltender Linus Ullmark for the next several years.
Over the last week, both members of the former Boston bear-hugging duo have received large contract extensions. On Sunday, the Bruins announced they signed No. 1 goaltender Jeremy Swayman to an eight-year contract worth $66 million. Three days later, the Senators announced a four-year, $33 million contract extension for Ullmark.
Swayman and Ullmark made up the NHL’s best goalie tandem in Boston, but now each player has to prove he can stand on his own two feet while getting a full-time workload. They’re certainly getting paid like they can.
Following their season-opening win over the Bruins on Tuesday night, the Florida Panthers revealed that they had signed star forward Carter Verhaeghe to a big eight-year extension worth $56 million. That’s not bad value for a player who has scored 76 goals over the last two seasons. Verhaeghe also led Florida with 11 goals in last spring’s Stanley Cup run.
As the contracts continue to roll in throughout the 2024-25 season, you can keep track of the most notable ones right here at CBS Sports.
Linus Ullmark signs four-year extension with Senators
The Senators traded for Ullmark this offseason, and he will get a full-time workload for the first time since he was acquired by the Bruins in 2021. Ullmark did win the Vezina Trophy in 2023, so he can perform at an elite level, but he’ll have to do it more often in Ottawa.
Carter Verhaeghe is staying in Sunrise
Jeremy Swayman finally gets his bag from Boston
It was a contentious offseason between Swayman and the Bruins with both sides taking the negotiations public. In the end, Boston and Swayman were finally able to come to an agreement that keeps one of the best young goaltenders in a Bruins jersey for the foreseeable future.
In the ever-evolving world of professional hockey, keeping track of player contracts is crucial for fans and teams alike. As we look ahead to the 2024-25 NHL season, two notable goaltenders have recently signed new deals with their respective teams.
First up, Linus Ullmark has inked a contract with the Ottawa Senators. The 30-year-old Swedish netminder has spent the majority of his career with the Buffalo Sabres before being traded to the Boston Bruins in 2021. Ullmark brings a wealth of experience and skill to the Senators, who are looking to solidify their goaltending situation for the upcoming season.
On the other side of the ice, Jeremy Swayman has signed a new contract with the Boston Bruins. The 23-year-old American goaltender burst onto the scene in the 2020-21 season, impressing fans and teammates with his stellar play. Swayman’s new deal with the Bruins solidifies his place as a key part of their future plans in net.
Both Ullmark and Swayman will be looking to make a big impact for their respective teams in the 2024-25 season. With their contracts now secured, fans can look forward to seeing these talented goaltenders in action as they compete for playoff spots and ultimately, the Stanley Cup.
As the offseason continues and more contracts are signed, it will be important for fans to stay up to date on the latest news and updates regarding player movements and team rosters. With the NHL constantly evolving, keeping track of player contracts is essential for understanding the league’s landscape and predicting how teams will perform in the upcoming season.
Stay tuned for more updates on NHL contracts and player signings as we get closer to the start of the 2024-25 season. It’s sure to be an exciting time for hockey fans as they watch their favorite players take the ice and compete for glory on the biggest stage in professional hockey.
