"This contract is certifiably insane" - Tom Wilson's massive $45,500,000 extension with Capitals has NHL fans divided

NHL fans are abuzz with mixed reactions as news broke of forward Tom Wilson's staggering seven-year, $45.5 million contract extension with the Washington Capitals.

The announcement, which came from the team on Friday, has sparked a flurry of opinions, with NHL fans expressing their thoughts on Twitter.

One fan's reaction captured the sentiment of shock and disbelief, exclaiming:

"This contract is certifiably insane, holy f**k."

Indeed, the hefty $6.5 million average annual value of the extension has raised eyebrows among many fans. Many have questioned the financial commitment for a player who hasn't consistently produced offensively.

Amidst the social media chatter, another fan sarcastically quipped:

"24 goals career high, hasnt played a full season since 2017, $6.5. If you are an NHL player, get his agent!"

One more fan contributed to the discussion, observing:

"That's a lot of money for a third liner."

While his physical playstyle and agitating nature are appreciated, questions linger about whether he is deserving of the financial commitment bestowed upon him.

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Tom Wilson agrees to stay with the Capitals until 2030-31 season

Tom Wilson's contract extension with Washington Capitals will be starting from the 2024-25 season. With an average annual value of $6.5 million, Wilson will be with the team until the 2030-31 season.

Brian MacLellan, the senior Vice President and General Manager of the Capitals, expressed satisfaction with the long-term deal. He believes Wilson's skills and leadership qualities will be valuable for the team in the years to come.

Despite missing a considerable number of games during the 2022-23 season, Wilson still managed to tally 22 points (13 goals, 9 assists) in 33 games, projecting to a 54-point pace over a full 82-game season. The 29-year-old forward has accumulated 295 points (128 goals, 167 assists) in his 680-game career with Washington.

During the 2021-22 season, Tom Wilson achieved personal bests in various categories, including goals (24), assists (28), and points (52), demonstrating his offensive prowess. He also earned an NHL All-Star selection during that season. Known for his physicality, Wilson ranked second in hits and showcased his two-way play by being the only Capitals forward to average significant ice time on both the power play and penalty kill over the past six seasons.

Tom Wilson played a crucial role in the Capitals' 2018 Stanley Cup victory, recording 15 points in 21 playoff games. Since his NHL debut in 2013, Wilson has been a prominent force in hits and blocked shots, contributing significantly to the team's success.