Jun 8, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Patrik Nemeth (24) controls the puck in the first period against the Vegas Golden Knights in game five of the second round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Out of all the free agents the New York Rangers signed on the first day of free agency, it is clear that Patrik Nemeth is the most notable. That alone is made apparent by the three-year, $7.5 million contract they sent his way. It will have an Average Annual Value (AAV) of $2.