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Golden Knights extend William Karlsson with two-year contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 12:32 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Golden Knights extend William Karlsson with two-year contract

Summary

The Vegas Golden Knights have signed forward William Karlsson to a two-year contract extension through the 2028-29 season. The deal, announced on September 30, has an average annual value of $6.75 million. Karlsson, who is in the final year of a $5.9 million contract, played a significant role in the team's recent success, including winning the Stanley Cup in 2023 and reaching the finals again in 2024. This extension keeps him with the Golden Knights for an additional three seasons, solidifying his position as a key player in the franchise's history.

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Key Details

•William Karlsson signed a two-year extension worth $6.75 million annually.
•Contract extension announced on September 30, 2026.
•Karlsson won the Stanley Cup with the Golden Knights in 2023.
•He has been with the Golden Knights since 2017.
•This extension secures his role for the next three seasons.

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The Vegas Golden Knights have signed Stanley Cup champion forward William Karlsson to a two-year contract extension. Karlsson is in the final year of his current contract paying him $5.9 million this season. Vegas was known to be interested in extending him, and now they have. Vegas Extends William Karlsson The Golden Knights announced on […] The post Golden Knights Extend Stanley Cup Champion appeared first on HEAVY.
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