There is Reportedly ‘Nothing New’ On The Igor Shesterkin Contract Front
Despite some rumors circulating, Igor Shesterkin and the New York Rangers may still take some time to agree on a new contract extension.
According to Arthur Staple of The Athletic, there's nothing new on the Shesterkin contract front.
Checked with a couple people, seems that there's nothing new on the Igor Shesterkin-#NYR contract front.
Can always change quickly, but doesn't seem like anything is imminent— Arthur Staple (@StapeAthletic) November 8, 2024
This report comes after Kevin Weekes of ESPN posted a picture of the New York City skyline with “$11.5?” caption indicating that Shesterkin could be set to sign a contract extension worth $11.5 million per season.
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$ 11.5M ?#HockeyX pic.twitter.com/Zl4OKtCAgY— Kevin Weekes (@KevinWeekes) November 7, 2024
Weekes also reported prior to the start of the season that Shesterkin rejected an eight-year, $88 million contract from the Rangers, which would have made him the highest paid goalie in NHL history.
It’s unclear if Shesterkin and the Rangers will agree on a new contract during the season or if this saga will last until the summer.