An Update on Evan Bouchard's next Contract

Despite the recent Ryan McLeod deal, there has been no compromise between the team and Bouchard, and Kurt Leavins, an NHL Insider, reports that the issue is not the AAV but rather the distribution of the deal.

Bouchard's camp may be looking to backload the second year of the deal, leading to a larger qualifying offer in 2024-2025.

However, after proving himself as a power-play quarterback and earning 40 points while playing alongside Mattias Ekholm, it may not be unreasonable to pay Bouchard what he wants.

The potential bridge deal for Bouchard could set the tone for future contracts.

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