Multiple reports have William Nylander potentially locking in a new eight-year, $92 million extension on Monday.
William Nylander could have a brand new eight-year extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs by Monday, according to multiple reports.
Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported on Saturday that Nylander and the Maple Leafs were close to a deal that would see the dynamic forward get an average annual value of around $11.5 million.
On Monday, TSN's Darren Dreger added that both sides were closing in on an eight-year, $92 million extension, but that there is still some work to be done.
TSN's Chris Johnston adds that the deal is expected to include a full no-movement clause and a favorable signing bonus structure.
The Leafs are no strangers to dolling out maximum signing bonuses in which the players received most of their money on July 1 while drawing the league-minimum salary for the remainder of the cash. Much of the money could be front-loaded as well, giving the player maximum money upfront.
The Leafs are set to hold practice on Monday, their first one since completing a three-game sweep of the California NHL clubs.
Following a two-goal performance in. 4-1 win against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday, Nylander couldn't help but smile when asked if he was close to a new deal.
"We'll see," he said.
The 27-year-old Nylander is off to the best start of his NHL career scoring 21 goals and 33 assists to lead his team with 54 points in 37 games.
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