Rangers Face High Stakes in Igor Shesterkin's Contract Negotiations

As Shesterkin enters the final year of his contract, the Rangers must decide whether to meet his record-setting salary demands.

Igor Shesterkin is seeking a new contract that would make him the highest-paid goaltender in NHL history, with an asking price of $12 million per year.
Shesterkin's current contract, which has a $5.67 million cap hit, is set to expire, making him an unrestricted free agent if no new deal is reached.
The Rangers have little leverage in negotiations as Shesterkin is considered the best goaltender in the NHL and is essential to the team's success.
If the Rangers fail to re-sign Shesterkin, they may need to consider a significant roster overhaul, as their current strategy heavily relies on his elite goaltending.
Shesterkin's performance has been crucial in the Rangers' recent playoff runs, consistently outperforming expectations and making him indispensable to the team's competitive edge.