Golden Knights sign Mark Stone to two-year extension

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What are the details of Mark Stone's new contract with the Golden Knights?

Mark Stone has signed a two-year contract extension with the Vegas Golden Knights. The extension is valued at $18 million, paying him $9 million annually. This contract will begin after the current season, when his eight-year, $76-million deal expires.

How does Mark Stone's contract affect his future with the Golden Knights?

The new contract extension keeps Mark Stone with the Golden Knights through the 2028-29 season. It allows him to continue contributing to a team that recently reached the Stanley Cup Final, where he played a crucial role last season.

Mark Stone’s contract details

The Vegas Golden Knights announced on Saturday that they signed captain Mark Stone to a two-year contract extension worth $18 million. This new agreement will carry an annual salary of $9 million and will begin after the 2026-27 season, following the expiration of his current eight-year, $76 million contract.

Stone’s recent performance

Last season, Mark Stone recorded a career-high 73 points, scoring 28 goals and providing 45 assists in just 60 games. His playoff performance included seven goals and five assists in 17 games, contributing significantly to the Golden Knights’ advancement to the Stanley Cup Final.

Impact on the team

Mark Stone’s leadership has been crucial for the Golden Knights since his arrival from the Ottawa Senators. He is currently third in all-time points for the franchise, with 396 points in 400 games played. Stone’s presence bolsters a roster that also includes high-performing players like Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner.

Future implications for Stone and the Golden Knights

The new contract reflects the team’s confidence in Stone’s ability to contribute moving forward, provided he maintains his health. Stone has faced injury challenges in the past, but he has managed to play in at least 60 games each of the last two seasons. If he can stay healthy, the Golden Knights aim for another deep playoff run.

Stone’s background and achievements

Mark Stone, drafted 178th overall by the Senators in 2010, has a notable career that spans 16 seasons. He has accumulated 707 points in 766 regular-season games. Stone has also represented Canada internationally, earning a silver medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics and helping secure victory in the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off.

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