In a move to bolster their blue line, the New Jersey Devils have secured a new contract with highly touted defenseman Topias Vilen. The 25-year-old Finnish defenseman has inked a one-year, two-way deal for the 2026-27 season, with a significant pay bump at the NHL level, where he'll earn $850,000. This contract marks a significant step forward for Vilen, who was set to become a restricted free agent. With his impressive skills and potential for growth, Vilen is expected to make a significant impact on the Devils' defense, and this deal could be a shrewd move by the team's front office.
The New Jersey Devils have come to terms on a new contract with defenseman Topias Vilen. He has signed a one-year, two-way deal for the 2026-27 season that will pay $850K at the NHL level and $150K at the AHL level per James Nichols of NJD Hockey Now. Vilen was New Jersey’s final restricted free […]
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