- Craig Morgan: The Coyotes have signed Mikkel Boedker to a one-year deal worth $3.75 million, which ties him with Antoine Vermette as the second highest paid Coyotes forward. Shane Doan is the highest paid at $4.55 million ($5.3 million cap hit).
- Arizona Coyotes: Coyotes GM Don Maloney.
“We are pleased to sign Mikkel,” said Maloney. “He is an important player for us and we look forward to having him back next season.”
- Craig Morgan: The Coyotes and Boedker can continue discussions about a longer-termed contract, but they can’t agree on a new contract extension until January 1st.
- Craig Morgan: Boedker’s potential and legal mess of the Coyotes and the city of Glendale played a role in just doing a one-year deal.
What do you think of Boedker’s new contract?