Coyotes, Wild, Ducks, Blues, and NHL Salary Cap Updates

Coyotes Secure Matias Maccelli and Ivan Prosvetov for Future Success

Craig Morgan: In a strategic move, the Arizona Coyotes have re-signed forward Matias Maccelli to a significant three-year contract, which carries a $3.425 million cap hit. This deal highlights the team’s commitment to building a competitive roster.

The financial breakdown of the contract is as follows: 2023-24: $3 million; 2024-25: $3.025 million; and 2025-26: $4.25 million. This structured salary management allows the Coyotes to plan effectively for their future salary cap needs.

Puck Pedia: Maccelli’s new deal means he will require a $4.1 million qualifying offer at the end of his contract, making him arbitration eligible and leaving him two years away from unrestricted free agency (UFA), positioning him as a valuable asset.

Puck Pedia: Additionally, goaltender Ivan Prosvetov has also been re-signed to a one-year contract worth $775,000, which underscores the team’s effort to maintain a solid goaltending option.

Prosvetov’s contract stipulates that he will receive $775,000 in the NHL, $225,000 in the minors, with a guaranteed amount of $300,000, which adds depth and security to the Coyotes’ goaltending lineup.

Wild Extend Brandon Duhaime for One More Year to Strengthen Team Depth

Elliotte Friedman: The Minnesota Wild have successfully re-signed forward Brandon Duhaime to a one-year contract that carries a $1.1 million cap hit. This move is part of the Wild’s strategy to retain key players while managing their budget effectively.

Joe Smith: Reflecting on his contract situation, Duhaime expressed relief at avoiding arbitration, stating, “It’s awesome. I’ve only heard nightmares about arbitration, so I was really hoping it wouldn’t go there.” He also mentioned aspirations for a long-term contract, indicating his commitment to the team.

Ducks Secure Lukas Dostal with Multi-Year Contract to Bolster Goaltending

Eric Stephens: The Anaheim Ducks have re-signed goaltender Lukas Dostal to a two-year contract extension, a strategic move to ensure stability in their goaltending position moving forward.

The contract details reveal that for the 2023-24 season, Dostal will have a two-way deal worth $775,000 in the NHL and $325,000 in the minors. In the following season, 2024-25, he will transition to a one-way contract at $850,000, reflecting the Ducks’ confidence in his abilities.

Blues Extend Alexey Toropchenko to Enhance Offensive Depth

St. Louis Blues: The Blues have successfully re-signed forward Alexey Toropchenko to a two-year contract with a $1.25 million salary cap hit, reinforcing their offensive lineup as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Puck Pedia: With this signing, the Blues have managed to maintain $325,000 in projected salary cap space while carrying a roster of 23 players, including 13 forwards, 8 defensemen, and 2 goalies, demonstrating their effective salary cap management.

Analyzing the Impact of Salary Cap Floor on NHL Teams

After recent signings including Maccelli at $3.425M, #Yotes are up to 3rd lowest Projected Cap Hit.

Only #FlyTogether are currently below the $61.7M Cap Hit Floor.https://t.co/7HK8nYkStp pic.twitter.com/9VzrmrUTWK

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