Detroit — Anthony Mantha’s new contract with the Red Wings keeps the team’s salary commitments manageable, and keeps a key piece in the team’s rebuild in Detroit for at least the next four seasons.
A day after signing Mantha to a four-year contract worth $22.8 million ($5.7 million annual average), general manager Steve Yzerman said Wednesday the deal works for both sides.
“He’s one of our best players, a key player on our team,” said Yzerman during a Zoom call with reporters on Wednesday. “Every contract negotiation is a little bit different, and each player has different priorities, whether it’s term or whatnot.