Did Evan Bouchard Hurt The Oilers' Cap Flexibility Or Just Make A Smart Contract Decision?

Did Evan Bouchard Hurt The Oilers' Cap Flexibility Or Just Make A Smart Contract Decision?

The Edmonton Oilers locked in one of their most important young stars on Monday by signing defenseman Evan Bouchard to a four-year extension worth $10.5 million annually.

Eight-year term for Evan Bouchard was ‘never in the cards’

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Oilers Lock In Bouchard with Four-Year, $42M Deal, Securing a Blue-Line Pillar – Heartland News

The Oilers have locked up their top defenseman, signing Evan Bouchard to a four-year extension worth $42 million (US), carrying a $10.5 million average annual value through 2028–29. Since being drafted 10th overall in 2018, 25-year-old Bouchard has evolved into a cornerstone on Edmonton’s blue line. He recently wrapped up his fourth full season with a team-high 67 points—14 goals and 53 assists—in 82 games, also ranking fifth among NHL defenseme…