Kirill Kaprizov just signed an eight-year deal worth $136 million. Do you think McDavid's deal will come in higher or lower than this?
The thought was that McDavid would be the highest-paid player in the NHL. This Kaprizov deal might have changed that sentiment.
Kaprizov Signs Wild Record NHL Deal… But What About McDavid?
Kirill Kaprizov has officially set the NHL high bar for NHL salaries, not <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/edmonton-oilers/latest-news/host-suggests-mcdavid-holding-shield-for-oilers-teammates">Connor McDavid</a>. And, based on the $136 million, $17M AAV deal the Minnesota Wild gave Kaprizov, he may stay the high bar.