Cap Friendly has revealed that if Kessel wants to play in the playoffs, he needs to sign a contract by this Friday at 3PM ET. This applies whether he decides to go with Vancouver or any other team aiming for the playoffs.
They shared that information after the Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal said that there was nothing new to report concerning Kessel's possible return in the NHL.
With the deadline approaching fast, teams are preparing to make their last-minute adjustments ahead of the playoffs.
If Kessel doesn't sign a contract by then, could this be the end of his career?
The three-time Stanley Cup champion has returned to the ice a few weeks ago, hoping to get a deal, but nothing happened yet, raising a lot of concerns for his future in the NHL.
Do you think Kessel will sign a contract before the deadline?
As seen on House of Hockey - Shocking Turn Of Events For Kessel And His NHL Future
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7 MARS | 168 ANSWERS Phil Kessel's NHL Career Takes A Shocking Turn Of Events Do you think Kessel will sign a contract before the deadline? | ||
Yes | 58 | 34.5 % |
No | 110 | 65.5 % |
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