New York Islanders announced on Tuesday that Mathew Barzal has agreed to terms on an eight-year contract with the team.
The deal is worth $73.2 million. The cap hit of the deal is $9.12 million annually. Barzal was set to become a restricted free agent following the upcoming season.
“I genuinely (love it here). I think anyone who plays here knows that it’s one of the top places to play in the league” Barzal told reporters Tuesday. “From the practice rink we have, UBS (Arena), the boys in the room, Lou being here, a fresh coaching staff, the city itself — the lifestyle is elite.