One of these young players who has certainly seized his chance is Quebec native Rafaël Harvey-Pinard.
Since being called up by the Montreal Canadiens, he has performed very well, especially on the first line alongside Nick Suzuki.
Most experts already agree that he has earned his spot in the Habs' lineup for next season.
However, before anything else, "RHP" will need to sign a new contract with Kent Hughes, as his current deal indeed expires at the end of the 2022-23 season.
He earned $825,000 per year this season, but he will undoubtedly receive a salary increase this summer.
On this topic, several experts have already weighed in.
Eric Engels of Sportsnet suggests a 2-3 year contract at $1 million per year.
Meanwhile, Joël Bouchard believes a 4-year contract at $1.5 million per year would be more appropriate.
Harvey-Pinard, 24 years old, has accumulated 14 points in 27 games this season.
Do you agree with Bouchard? Would you offer him $6 million over 4 years?
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23 MARS | 428 ANSWERS Development: already a 6 million dollar contract for Rafaël Harvey-Pinard? How much would you offer to RHP? | ||
Less than 1 million | 47 | 11 % |
Between 1 and 2 millions | 313 | 73.1 % |
More than 2 millions | 45 | 10.5 % |
More than 4 millions | 23 | 5.4 % |
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