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Luneau Lands Massive $43.2M Deal With Ducks
2 Oct
Summary
- Tristan Luneau signed a six-year, $43.2 million contract extension.
- The deal carries a $7.2 million annual cap hit for the defenseman.
- Luneau's contract is reportedly NHL's largest for a player with 14 games.
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Tristan Luneau has agreed to a six-year contract extension valued at $43.2 million. This new deal, which begins in the 2027-28 NHL season and concludes in 2032-33, comes with an annual cap hit of $7.2 million. Notably, this contract is reportedly the most lucrative in NHL history for a player with only 14 career games played, a fact that has drawn considerable attention and debate among hockey enthusiasts.
Luneau, drafted 53rd overall in 2022, has spent significant time developing with the San Diego Gulls in the AHL, even leading rookies in assists during one season. He played just one NHL game last season, scoring a goal in the team's final regular-season match. His expanded role with the Ducks is further amplified by defensive departures and injuries within the team's roster, presenting a considerable opportunity for his development.
