Fansided Pucks and Pitchforks How much will the New Jersey Devils have to pay Dawson Mercer in his next contract? Will Tom Fitzgerald offer the young forward a bridge deal that would be better for the New Jersey Devils, or will Dawson Mercer sign a long-term contract? It may be an intriguing agreement for the Newfoundlander before to the start of the season. On August 30, 2024, by Neil Villapiano New
Jersey Devils vs. Toronto Maple Leafs New Jersey Devils vs. Toronto Maple Leafs / Elsa/GettyImages Over the past few years, Tom Fitzgerald, the general manager of the New Jersey Devils, has done an excellent job of securing fair deals for his star
players. Fitzgerald established the nucleus of the club with the addition of Nico Hischier, Jack Hughes, Jesper Bratt, and Timo Meier.
the other hand, you might be able to retain someone who matches the team’s culture and style of play without having to spend a lot of money or time. It is
contingent upon the organization’s assessment of Mercer’s future potential, the team’s pay cap, and what is equitable for all sides. Luckily, there are some
recent comparables that they can use as a starting point to identify areas of agreement. Let’s see what Mercer is expected to get before we examine them.
They have a contract projection for both a long-term deal and a short-term, bridge arrangement, according to AFP Analytics. On a short-term deal, Mercer is
expected to receive two years at $3.8 million AAV, which is a decent bargain overall. Examining a long-term agreement,
