The Coyotes have had initial discussions with restricted free agent Anthony Duclair on a new contract with talks expected to continue and, although the two sides have yet to reach a resolution, the team knows how long a commitment it wants.
“It’s going to be a one- or two-year deal,” General Manager John Chayka said. “That’s where we’re at. We’ve talked. We understand where each other’s at.”
Acquired as the centerpiece of the Keith Yandle trade with the Rangers in 2015, Duclair has had an up-and-down performance with the Coyotes. He was dynamic as a rookie, scoring 20 goals in 2015-16.