Major development unfolds regarding Nikita Zadorov's future with the Canucks
The Vancouver Canucks have reportedly offered newly acquired defenseman Nikita Zadorov a contract extension which was rejected.
Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin has a busy six to eight weeks ahead with the NHL Entry Draft and free agency. On top of that, he needs to address the team's own free agents, including defenseman Nikita Zadorov.
Zadorov has been a strong defensive player since joining Vancouver and has contributed offensively, especially during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. These are the kinds of players needed to win championships.
Last week, it was reported that the Canucks and Zadorov's representatives were negotiating a new deal. Although no agreement has been reached yet, the Canucks did offer Zadorov a four- or five-year contract with an annual salary of $4.5 million, which he turned down.
According to Irfaan Gaffar, both sides are still interested in making a deal. Zadorov's camp is prioritizing the length of the contract over the money. Given that Zadorov is 29 years old, a seven- or eight-year contract seems unlikely.
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The #Canucks reportedly tabled an offer for $4.5M for 4 or 5 years to Nikita Zadorov's camp, which was rejected.
Both camps are interested in getting a deal done, so we'll see where it goes from here."
It will be interesting to see how negotiations progress and if they can agree on a deal to keep Zadorov in Vancouver.
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