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Devils sign Anthony Mantha to two-year, $9.5 million contract

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 2:31 PM

Last updated Jul 15, 2026

Devils sign Anthony Mantha to two-year, $9.5 million contract

Summary

The New Jersey Devils have signed forward Anthony Mantha to a two-year contract worth $9.5 million, announced on July 15. Mantha, who previously played for the Pittsburgh Penguins, had a solid season with 33 goals and 34 assists. His new deal averages $4.75 million annually, leaving the Devils with $3.85 million in cap space for further roster additions. The agreement provides flexibility, as it contains no trade protection, allowing the team to adjust its roster in the future.

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•Mantha signed for two years at $9.5 million on July 15.
•He scored 33 goals and 34 assists last season.
•The deal averages $4.75 million per year.
•The contract includes no trade protection.
•The Devils have $3.85 million remaining in cap space.

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3:26 PMESPN — Devils sign forward Mantha to 2-year, $9.5M deal
2:20 PMYahoo Sports — New Jersey Devils Sign Anthony Mantha to Two-Year, $4.75M Contract

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