Kings re-sign defenseman Clarke to five-year deal worth $7.4 million annually
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 11:56 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Los Angeles Kings have re-signed defenseman Brandt Clarke to a five-year contract valued at $7.4 million per year. This deal comes after Clarke's standout performance in the previous season, contributing significantly to the team's defensive lineup. The Kings' decision to secure Clarke reflects their commitment to building a strong roster for the upcoming seasons. The deal is set to strengthen their defense as they prepare for the next NHL season.
- •Brandt Clarke's new contract spans five years.
- •The annual salary for Clarke is $7.4 million.
- •Clarke had a career year prior to the re-signing.
- •This move aims to bolster the Kings' defensive core.
- •The Kings are preparing for the upcoming NHL season.
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — LA Kings re-sign defenseman Brandt Clarke to 5-year, $37 million deal
- 12:47 AMESPN NHL — Kings re-sign defenseman Clarke after career year
- 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Kings sign Brandt Clarke to 5-year extension
"The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Brandt Clarke to a five-year contract extension with an average annual value (AAV) of $7.4 million.
"The Kings announced the deal Friday for Clarke, the eighth overall pick in 2021 who has grown into the new cornerstone of their defense.
"The Kings re-signed defenseman Brandt Clarke to a five-year deal worth $7.4 million annually.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 9:33 PMLA Kings re-sign defenseman Brandt Clarke to 5-year, $37 million deal
The Kings announced the deal Friday for Clarke, the eighth overall pick in 2021 who has grown into the new cornerstone of their defense.
- ESPN NHLJun 27, 2026, 12:47 AMKings re-sign defenseman Clarke after career year
The Kings re-signed defenseman Brandt Clarke to a five-year deal worth $7.4 million annually.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 12:23 AMKings sign Brandt Clarke to 5-year extension
The Los Angeles Kings have signed defenseman Brandt Clarke to a five-year contract extension with an average annual value (AAV) of $7.4 million.
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