Connor McMichael on contract extension talks with the Capitals: ‘I’m sure we’ll sort it out here soon’

Key Points:

• Connor McMichael, a restricted free agent after completing a two-year, $4.2 million contract, revealed his agent has already discussed an extension with the Washington Capitals earlier this year.
• Despite a breakout 2024-25 season with career highs in goals (26) and points (57), McMichael experienced a significant statistical decline this season, including fewer shots on goal and a lower shooting percentage.
• McMichael expressed frustration over the team's missed playoff opportunity, attributing it partly to injuries and departures of key players like John Carlson and Nic Dowd.
• A potential long-term extension for McMichael is projected at around $6.4 million annually over four years, with a shorter two-year deal also possible; if no deal is reached by July 1, he could sign an offer sheet with another team.
• McMichael plans to remain in the DC area until mid-May before training in Toronto over the summer, aiming to return to Capitals activities by mid-August.