Kings re-sign Quinton Byfield to five-year contract 31,25 millions

Quinton Byfield, the highly touted prospect for the Los Angeles Kings, has signed a five-year contract worth $31.25 million with the team. This signing marks a significant milestone in Byfield's career as he looks to make his mark in the NHL and solidify his place as a key player for the Kings.

Byfield, who was selected second overall in the 2020 NHL Draft, has shown immense potential and promise since joining the Kings organization. His combination of size, skill, and hockey IQ make him a valuable asset to the team and a player to watch for years to come. The decision to sign Byfield to a long-term contract reflects the Kings' confidence in his abilities and their commitment to building a competitive roster for the future.

Adrian Kempe, Byfield had earned considerable distinction as a prospect but only had one substantively productive campaign behind him when it came time to negotiate his first hefty contract. Like another Kings lottery pick, Alex Turcotte, Byfield had also lost development time to injury, specifically a broken ankle and later a viral illness that caused him to lose around 25 pounds during 2022-23.

Kings this season. Byfield collected a point on 78.7 percent of the goals he was on the ice for this past season, which was well above the 51.4 percent he had in the 2022-23 campaign. Byfield’s 0.84 primary assists per/60 led the Kings, as did his 1.4 assists overall. For all the talk of his goalscoring output in 2022-23, Byfield scored 20 this past season and that included a dip down the stretch as he fought through a longer-term illness. Highlight reel goals were certainly included and Byfield was one of the Kings who did bring their best in the postseason. The thing with Byfield, too, is that he doesn’t cheat for his offense.

With this new contract in place, Byfield will have the opportunity to further develop his game and contribute to the success of the Kings on the ice. The financial terms of the deal also reflect Byfield's value as a top prospect in the league and highlight his potential for growth and improvement over time.

Overall, Quinton Byfield's re-signing with the Los Angeles Kings is an exciting development for both him and fans of the team. As he continues to hone his skills and make strides in his career, Byfield has positioned himself as a key player for the Kings moving forward. This contract extension signifies not only his talent but also his dedication to becoming an elite player in one of hockey's premier leagues.

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