In the midst of another stellar season that has catapulted the Vancouver Canucks to the top of the Western Conference standings, Elias Pettersson has agreed to a contract extension that makes him one of the highest-paid players in the NHL.
Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin announced they have agreed to terms on an eight-year extension with Pettersson.
Per Chris Johnston of The Athletic and TSN, Pettersson will earn $92.8 million total with $47 million being paid out in signing bonuses and the deal contains a full no-movement clause.
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