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At the time Kent Hughes handed out a big contract to young Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky, it did not receive unanimous approval.
Slafkovsky signed an eight-year, $60.8 million contract extension with the Montreal Canadiens on July 1, 2024. The deal, which kicks in for the 2025-26 season, carries an average annual value of $7.6 million.
As Anthony Marcotte points out, Juraj Slafkovsky has been playing incredible hockey for a while now, period.
In the same breath, he also talked about a major bargain for the Montreal Canadiens, reminding everyone that Slafkovsky is only 21 years old.
The contract given to Juraj Slafkovsky is already becoming a bargain for Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens
The word “bargain” hits home because it touches a sensitive nerve in Montreal. Fans want players who deliver, but they also want a team that manages its contracts properly.
When someone says it could become one of the biggest bargains, people love that. What really stands out is the tone surrounding him.
We’re talking about a guy who is well-liked in the locker room, a player who is carving out his role, and a team that genuinely looks like it’s playing together.
That’s exactly the kind of environment that helps a young player grow without feeling isolated. In the end, the best news isn’t a projection about a future contract. It’s seeing that Slafkovsky is progressing extremely well.
It’s genuinely very promising for what’s ahead, and this contract really does appear to be on the verge of becoming a huge bargain for the Canadiens.
Even former NHL defenseman Jason Demers praised Juraj Slafkovsky on social media, highlighting his size and skill and saying he’s turning into a star right before our eyes.
And you, what’s your opinion on all of this?
Personally, I think Slafkovsky is probably already worth more than his current salary, now imagine him in 5-6 years.
Previously on Montreal Hockey Fanatics