Will the New York Rangers sign Igor Shesterkin for $11.7M+ AAV before Valentine’s Day?

Question

This market will resolve Yes if Igor Shesterkin signs a contract with the New York Rangers for an annual average value (AAV) of $11.7 million or more before February 14. Timezone for this market is EST. The contract value must be confirmed by credible sources, such as NHL.com, TSN, Sportsnet, etc.

Igor's NHL Stats

Igor Shesterkin was drafted by The New York Rangers in 2014 and developed into an elite goalie in the Kontinental Hockey League. Getting signed by the Rangers in 2019 and moved to the American Hockey League. Igor achieved stats such as a save percentage (SV%) of over .910 and goals against average (GAA) under 2.5. The Rangers recalled him from the AHL in January 2020. He won the Vezina Trophy in the 21-22 season and has been in multiple playoff runs with the Rangers.

Shesterkin has already rejected a $11M AAV offer from the Rangers. This would have made him the highest paid goalie in the NHL, but he wants to be the highest paid New York Ranger as well. For that he would need a deal exceeding Artemi Panarin’s $11.6M salary,

Igor Shesterkin is prepared to sign if the right offer is made.

Manifold Markets · Accepted Answer

No — resolved on Dec 7, 2024 by Manifold Markets prediction market.