“Jesus, let him walk” – Igor Shesterkin rejects MASSIVE 8-year $88 million contract leading Rangers fans to WILD social media comments

Fans have mixed reactions to one of the NHL's best goalies Igor Shesterkin turning down his $88 million contract; the highest in league history.

“Jesus, let him walk” – Igor Shesterkin rejects MASSIVE 8-year $88 million contract leading Rangers fans to WILD social media comments

Igor Shesterkin [Image Credit: Imago]

With Jeremy Swayman’s contract signed and sealed the spotlight now falls on New York Rangers Igor Shesterkin. The Russian goalie is yet to sign an extension with the team, and he has reportedly rejected an 8-year $88 million contract from the team.

This contract would’ve made him the highest goaltender in the National Hockey League, but as per reports, Shesterkin has asked for a $12 million deal. He is undoubtedly one of the top goaltenders in the NHL, which makes it all the more crucial for the Rangers to lock him in.

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On the other hand, many are speculating how the Rangers can offer him $12 million considering they are all ready to sign a deal of $11 million. Igor Shesterkin mentioned he wants this deal either done before the 2024-25 season game starts or after it ends. 

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It’s work for my agent. I just want to be focused on my game and on practice every day.

Igor Shesterkin as per Mollie Walker of NY Post.

He does not want any distractions during the regular season games. This gives even less time for the Rangers, as the games will start very soon. The NY Rangers are scheduled to play against the Pittsburgh Penguins. 

According to the organization’s suggested $88 million deal, Shesterkin will get an AAV of $11 million. So far, Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price is the highest-paid in the NHL with an AAV of $10.5 million. 

I love the organization. I love the team. I love the fans. So, of course, it would be great to stay here, but you never know what can happen.

Igor Shesterkin as per Mollie Walker of NY Post.

Shesterkin is entering his final year of the contract which he signed back in 2021 for $22.67 million. During his tenure with the Rangers, he has led the team to the President’s Trophy, won the Vezina Trophy, and has been the NHL All-Star for past two seasons.

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Fans react as Igor Shesterkin refuses $88 million deal from Rangers

While social media is going wild after it was revealed Igor Shesterkin refused the $88 million deal, the organization is confident they’ll finalize one soon. GM Chris Drury said, “…we certainly hope he’s here and a Ranger for a long time.”

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Igor Shesterkin [Image Credit: Lohud]

Fans have mixed reactions on social media. One commented, “He rejected a deal for 11m per? Jesus, let him walk if he is going to try to ruin the team’s cap.” Another commented that the team should keep him considering his amazing performance in the past seasons. 

The Rangers have to be strategic with their approach as they have to manage how much they’ll give their goalie and balance out the other players as well. All the eyes are now on them with everyone wondering what the final deal result will be. 

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