The Montreal Canadiens signed Sean Monahan to a contract extension yesterday. It was a nice signing for the team as they got a player who scored 17 points in 25 games last season at less than $2 million for next season.
It is just a one year contract, but it will allow Monahan a chance to prove his value over a full season after missing much of 2022-23 with injuries. He could then hit the open market in 2024 off a better season and with the salary cap climbing rapidly and cash in big time.
Even though it is just a one year deal, it could have a significant impact on something long-term for the Canadiens.