The Utah Mammoth have locked in forward Jack McBain for five years at $21.25 million (Getty Images) The Utah Mammoth have secured forward Jack McBain with a five-year, $21.25 million contract, preventing arbitration. The 25-year-old, who tallied 27 points last season, commits to the team as they build for future success. This agreement underscores mutual dedication to achieving victories.
Jack McBain gets $21.25M payday as Utah Mammoth gamble on grit over goals
The Utah Mammoth hockey club and their skilled forward, Jack McBain, have successfully ironed out a significant five-year contract worth $21.25 million, dodging the negotiation process. This hefty agreement, finalized on Monday, will see McBain earn an average of $4.25 million annually. The 25-year-old athlete proved his mettle last season, contributing 13 goals and 14 assists for a total of 27 points across 82 games, a praiseworthy performance during the team’s inaugural year in Salt Lake City.Leadership within the Mammoth organization stated profound satisfaction with the consequence. Chris Armstrong, the Mammoth’s president of hockey operations, emphasized the reciprocal commitment embodied in this extended deal, stating, “The commitment that both sides are making to each other in this extension tells you everything you need to know about the value and importance that has been placed on winning together.” He further praised McBain’s multifaceted abilities and dedication, noting, “Jack’s versatility as a player, his care for his teammates, and his demonstrated willingness to do whatever it takes to win, are all critical elements to our future team success.“General Manager Bill Armstrong resonated these sentiments, highlighting McBain’s robust playing style: “We are very pleased to sign Jack to a new contract. He is a big, strong, physical player who competes hard on a nightly basis and brings a gritty toughness to our group. Jack is an important part of the championship-caliber team we are building, and we look forward to having him back on our roster for the foreseeable future.” McBain, initially a third-round pick (63rd overall) by the Arizona Coyotes in the 2018 NHL Draft, has compiled 35 goals and 47 assists, totaling 82 points over 241 career NHL games spanning four seasons.Also Read: New York Rangers sign veteran forward Justin Dowling to two-year deal after career-best NHL season