The contract status of New Jersey Devils captain Nico Hischier for the upcoming season in the NHL is being closely followed. The 27-year-old player's current contract continues for one more year with an average annual value of 7.25 million dollars. Hischier's agent Allain Roy has held positive and friendly talks with the new Devils general manager Sunny Mehta. However, if an extension agreement is not reached during the summer, it seems difficult for Mehta to start the new season with a player whose contract with Hischier has expired. Hischier attracts the interest of many teams with his skills and playing style. Teams like the Los Angeles Kings, Minnesota Wild, and Montreal Canadiens are rumored to want to add Hischier to their rosters. However, for now, the focus remains on continuing extension talks with Hischier.
On the coaching side, the end-of-season coaching change of the Vegas Golden Knights draws attention. John Tortorella's team made a big impact by reaching the Western Conference final with an 18-4-1 performance. Tortorella's contract is valid until the end of the season, and it is expected that the team will want to continue with him. The contract statuses of other coaches will also be on the agenda during the summer. Lindy Ruff recently extended his contract. The situation of Colorado Avalanche coach Bednar is especially a matter of curiosity after the Western Conference final.
Additionally, the contract statuses and potential negotiations with new teams of former New York Islanders coach Patrick Roy and Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube are also being discussed. The situation of former Vegas Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy is closed to teams, and there have been statements from the NHL Coaches Association on this matter.
Finally, 38-year-old forward Claude Giroux has decided to continue his career after the season and will be a free agent for the next season.