Kaprizov Turns Down $128M - Pastrnak’s Deal Looks Even Better

Kirill Kaprizov just rejected an eight-year, $128M contract extension from the Minnesota Wild — the richest deal in NHL history. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins have David Pastrnak locked in long-term at $11.25M AAV , despite outproducing Kaprizov across the board the last three seasons. In this episode of Locked On Boston Bruins, Ian McLaren dives into: Why Kaprizov said no to $128M and how the rising salary cap changes superstar contracts. The loaded 2026 UFA class (Connor McDavid, Jack Eichel, Kaprizov, Kyle Connor, Artemi Panarin, Adrian Kempe, Martin Necas, and more). How Boston’s $83M in cap commitments stack up — including bargain deals for Pastrnak, Charlie McAvoy, and Jeremy Swayman, alongside tougher contracts like Lindholm, Jeannot, and Zadorov. Bruin of the Day: Cameron Clarke — the defenseman Boston drafted with a pick tied to Kaprizov, now building his career behind the bench. Could McDavid hit $18M AAV in 2026? Is Pastrnak already the best-value superstar contract in the NHL? And do the Bruins have enough flexibility to build around their core? 📲 Subscribe for daily Bruins coverage: Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.