What happened: Adam Fantilli agreed to a six-year, $82.5 million contract. The front-loaded agreement for the 21-year-old forward features a combined $20 million in signing bonuses across the first two seasons. The deal was negotiated by Pat Brisson.
Why it matters: The agreement resolves an impasse that caused him to miss the first four days of training camp. His return provides a significant boost ahead of the upcoming 2025-26 season.
By the numbers: The contract structure includes $32.5 million in total signing bonuses. A 15-team no-trade clause activates in the fifth and sixth years, when base salaries peak at $12.5 million and $12 million.
What to watch: He ends his training camp absence and rejoins the ice for the remainder of the preseason.