One of Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman‘s biggest tasks this offseason is to get a contract extension done with forward, Anthony Mantha.
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According to Craig Custance of The Athletic, talks have progressed between the Red Wings and Mantha, but it wouldn’t be surprising if the extension is shorter than originally thought.
From The Athletic:
Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman has been taking care of business and made it clear that Detroit is willing to add salary to acquire more young assets for the rebuild. One thing that will help clarify how much he can spend on that front is a new contract for restricted free agent Anthony Mantha. Talks have progressed on that front and are moving in the right direction. It wouldn’t be surprising if that contract is shorter than originally thought. If he were to do a, let’s say, three-year extension, that would allow him to hit free agency before he’s 30 and in a time where there should be more clarity on the financial landscape of the league.
Nation, if Mantha does get a shorter deal, who would it benefit more, the player or the team?
