Adam Fox agreed to a seven-year, $66.5 million contract with the New York Rangers on Monday. It has an average annual value of $9.5 million.
Adam Fox #23 of the New York Rangers
The 23-year-old defenseman, who is in the final year of his entry-level contract and could have become a restricted free agent after this season, has scored nine points (two goals, seven assists) in nine games. Last season, he won the Norris Trophy voted as the best defenseman in the NHL after he scored 47 points (five goals, 42 assists) and was plus-19 in 55 games.
Fox grew up in Jericho, New York, on Long Island.
“It’s obviously really special for me,” Fox said. “I feel like I’ve been a part of the Rangers my whole life, from being a kid, and to have this opportunity now and be with this organization for seven more years, it’s so special and I there’s no place I’d rather be.
“Relief is a word, just joy. I wanted to be a New York Ranger and now that I’m here and here for a long time, it’s a huge honor for me, and I’m just so excited.”
Selected by the Calgary Flames in the third round (No. 66) of the 2016 NHL Draft, Fox was acquired by the Carolina Hurricanes on June 23, 2018, before being traded to the Rangers on April 30, 2019.
He has scored 98 points (15 goals, 83 assists) in 134 regular-season games, and no points in three postseason games.
“We are thrilled that we have agreed to terms with Adam on a contract extension and that he will continue to play for the team he grew up cheering for,” Rangers general manager Chris Drury said. “In just over two seasons, Adam has consistently shown why he is a cornerstone for our organization and one of the best players in the NHL. It has been a privilege for us, and our fans, to watch Adam showcase his ability on a nightly basis, and we are glad to have that opportunity for seven more years.”
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