Minnesota Wild Lock Down Defenseman Jacob Middleton with $17.4MM Four-Year Extension
The Minnesota Wild are set to extend defenseman Jacob Middleton with a four-year, $17.4 million deal at a $4.35 million average annual value (AAV).
By the Numbers- Middleton's new extension: four years, $17.4 million, $4.35 million AAV
- In 2023-24 season: Middleton recorded a career-high 25 points (7 goals, 18 assists) in 80 games
- Controlled 53.5% of expected goals when paired with captain Jared Spurgeon in the 2022-23 season
The deal might be considered slightly above market value compared to projections by Evolving Hockey
State of Play- Jacob Middleton's increased role and production in the Wild
- Wild GM Bill Guerin's history of early extensions with mixed results
- Cap flexibility with Zach Parise and Ryan Suter buyouts dropping significantly
The Minnesota Wild's extension of Jacob Middleton reflects a commitment to the defenseman's role and potential, but raises concerns over the deal's market value and the team's past record with early extensions.
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