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Anaheim Ducks keep Leo Carlsson, matching Flyers' $90 million offer sheet for young center
By Greg Beacham, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 9, 2026
· 5 min read
The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for center Leo Carlsson, keeping their rising young star at an extraordinary cost.The Ducks announced their decision Thursday on the 21-year-old Carlsson, who is now the NHL's highest-paid player under the five-year, $90 million ...
Key takeaway The Ducks announced their decision Thursday on the 21-year-old Carlsson, who is now the NHL's highest-paid player under the five-year, $90 million deal extended by the Flyers one week ago.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The Anaheim Ducks' decision to match the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson has significant implications for the team's salary structure and future negotiations. As the highest-paid player under 25, Carlsson's $18 million average annual value sets a new benchmark for young talent in the NHL. This move may impact the Ducks' ability to sign other key players or attract free agents, as they will need to balance their payroll to accommodate Carlsson's hefty contract. Furthermore, the Flyers' bold offer sheet may have altered the league's salary landscape, potentially driving up contract values for restricted free agents across the NHL. As the Ducks move forward with Carlsson, fans in Tomball and the surrounding Houston area will be watching to see how the team's roster takes shape and whether this investment pays off on the ice. The pressure is now on Carlsson to perform at an elite level.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for center Leo Carlsson, keeping their rising young star at an extraordinary cost.The Ducks announced their decision Thursday on the 21-year-old Carlsson, who is now the NHL's highest-paid player under the five-year, $90 million ...
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