Elliott Friedman has shed light on the blockbuster contract that will make Leo Carlsson the highest-paid player in the NHL. The Philadelphia Flyers submitted a five-year, $90 million offer sheet to the Anaheim Ducks’ 21-year-old forward, a deal that will reshape the league’s financial landscape. According to Friedman, Anaheim only realized the urgency after Carlsson’s camp received the offer, quickly proposing a counter of approximately $12.5 million per year. However, the Ducks’ front office, led by general manager Pat Verbeek, reportedly underestimated the threat, leaving the door open for Philadelphia to secure the young star.
Friedman, speaking on the 32 Thoughts podcast, noted that Carlsson’s agent had intended to reach out to Verbeek one last time to negotiate before finalizing the offer sheet. Yet, Anaheim’s apparent lack of concern about losing their rising talent sealed the deal. Carlsson’s impressive 2025-26 season—67 points in 70 regular-season games and 11 points in 12 playoff appearances—underscored his value, making the Flyers’ aggressive move a calculated gamble. With this contract, Carlsson now holds the title of the NHL’s highest-paid player, a milestone that signals a new era for young superstars in the league.
7777-gaming-bets.hinhillsange1972.workers.dev/wizard-of-plenty