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NHL·TRADE·October 11, 2026 04:48 AM ET

Kings sign forward Jared Wright to two-year contract

The deal carries a $925,000 cap hit for the 23-year-old.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read
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The #GoKingsGo signed 23 y/o F Jared Wright to a two year $925K cap hit contract Yr 1: $900K Salary Yr 2: $950K Salary Via @PuckPedia on X

What happened: The contract pays a $900,000 salary this season before increasing to $950,000 in year two. Agent Dean Grillo negotiated the agreement.

Why it matters: The transaction secures an organizational depth piece shortly after Los Angeles recalled the forward from the Ontario Reign.

What to watch: The coaching staff will determine his ice time distribution moving forward.

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