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Restricted Free Agents Are Wild | Anaheim Ducks News
The NHL’s restricted free agent market is exploding as teams battle for top young talent, with massive offer sheets like Leo Carlsson’s five-year, $18M deal and Barrett Hayton’s one-year, $5M contract setting a new standard. Gone are the days of GMs quietly avoiding poaching; now, franchises like the Blues and Hurricanes are aggressively targeting prospects, forcing teams to lock down stars before rivals do. Connor Bedard’s injury history and lack of a long-term deal leave him vulnerable, while Adam Fantilli—third overall pick and a two-way force—could soon see his value skyrocket. This isn’t…
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