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Capitals Secure Jakob Chychrun with Eight-Year, $72 Million Extension

The standout defenseman, having a career-best season, is now the highest-paid blue-liner on the team, locked in through the 2033-34 NHL season.

Mar 15, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) takes the ice for warmups against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Jakob Chychrun's new contract, averaging $9 million annually, makes him the highest-paid defenseman on the Capitals and second only to Alex Ovechkin on the team.
  • Chychrun has achieved career-high statistics this season, with 43 points (18 goals, 25 assists) in 65 games, leading Washington defensemen in goals and power-play points.
  • The Capitals are 17-0-1 this season when Chychrun scores, highlighting his critical impact on the NHL-leading team as they prepare for the playoffs.
  • The contract aligns with the NHL's projected salary cap increases, securing Chychrun as a cornerstone of the Capitals' long-term strategy.
  • While some fans and commentators have praised Chychrun's performance, others have questioned the financial prudence and duration of the eight-year deal.