Stars sign Radulov to 5-year deal worth $31.25 million
The Dallas Stars signed forward Alexander Radulov to a five-year, $31.25-million deal, the club announced Monday.
As one of the most sought-after free-agent names of the summer, Radulov was targeted by a number of clubs, but his decision came down to the Stars and Montreal Canadiens.
In 76 regular-season games for the Habs last season, the 30-year-old registered 18 goals and 54 points - good enough for second in team scoring behind Max Pacioretty.
The contract carries an average annual value of $6.25 million, making it the richest deal handed out so far during free agency, topping Kevin Shattenkirk's $26.6 million pact with the New York Rangers.
As was rumored, Radulov was looking for longer term than Montreal was willing to offer - clearly that was a focal point for getting the deal done.
"The money was basically at the same level. For me it was more the term because I really wanted 5 years at least on my deal" - Radulov
- Drpon Basu (@ArponBasu) July 3, 2017
"I don't think we really got that close, in my opinion" - Radulov on talks with Montreal.
- Drpon Basu (@ArponBasu) July 3, 2017
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