After having a successful playoff run with the Tampa Bay Lightning, the team has awarded forward Nick Paul a 7-year contract extension worth just over $22 million which equals to a $3.15 million AVV.
Paul’s contract extension does not include a no-trade clause.
Paul was drafted 101st overall by the Dallas Stars in the 4th round of the 2013 NHL entry draft. He he has a total 80 points in 248 games played, and 9 playoffs points in 23 games played.
Nick Paul contract breakdown
| SEASON | CLAUSE | SALARY CAP HIT |
| 2022-23 | $3,150,000 | |
| 2023-24 | $3,150,000 | |
| 2024-25 | $3,150,000 | |
| 2025-26 | $3,150,000 | |
| 2026-27 | $3,150,000 | |
| 2027-28 | $3,150,000 | |
| 2028-29 | $3,150,000 | |
| TOTAL | $22,050,000 |
