Brock Boeser believes he was close to hitting the illustrious 50-goal mark last season.
Coming off a career-high 40 goals-after a previous high of 29-Boeser is hungry to prove he’s not just a good goal scorer, but one of the elite in the NHL. And this year, he’s got more than just pride on the line. At 27, he’s eyeing his first long-term contract, setting the stage for a pivotal season in his career. By the time his next contract kicks in, Boeser will be 28, a prime age for a player of his caliber to cash in.
With 40 goals and 73 points last season, Boeser has shown the hockey world that he’s an offensive force, and the timing couldn’t be better. Natural goal-scorers like him don’t come around often, and if he can keep up that pace, he’ll be one of the most coveted free agents next offseason.
Contract comparables for Boeser and the Canucks
Jake Guentzel: 8 years at $9 million per year. Like Boeser, Guentzel is a lethal goal-scorer. It’s also worth noting both players share the same agent, Ben Hankinson.
Jesper Bratt: 8 years at $7.875 million per year. Bratt signed a long-term deal with the New Jersey Devils after consistently proving his offensive value.
Jordan Kyrou: 8 years at $8.125 million per year. Another young, dynamic forward who’s locked in long-term with the St. Louis Blues.
Kevin Fiala: 7 years at $7.875 million per year. Fiala, now with the LA Kings, brings a similar offensive punch and signed big after a trade from Minnesota.
Alex DeBrincat: 4 years at $7.875 million per year. DeBrincat went for a shorter-term deal with Detroit, betting on himself for another payday down the road.
Boeser’s Next Contract: What to Expect
Given Boeser’s injury history, the Canucks might hesitate to offer a full eight-year term. However, if Boeser continues to produce at the same level, Vancouver may have no choice but to lock him in long-term. A reasonable projection? Boeser’s next contract could land in the range of 7 or 8 years at around $8 million per season-putting him right in line with some of the top offensive wingers in the NHL.
