What happened: The Vegas Golden Knights agreed to a six-year, $20.4 million contract on Thursday. The agreement
Why it matters: The commitment gives Vegas cost certainty across the next several seasons. It also adds another long-term contract to the club’s offseason roster planning.
By the numbers: Six years; $20.4 million total; $3.4 million average annual value.
What to watch: Vegas opens its 84-game regular season on Sept. 29. The contract’s role on the opening roster will be watched through training camp.