Tom Wilson signed a seven-year, $45.5 million contract with the Washington Capitals on Friday. It has an average annual value of $6.5 million and begins with the 2024-25 season, running through the 2030-31 season.
The 29-year-old forward, who could have become an unrestricted free agent after this season, had 22 points (13 goals, nine assists) in 33 games for the Capitals last season and led them in penalty minutes (78).
“Hey Caps fans, so excited to sign an extension to stay with this team,” Wilson posted on social media. “It’s really what I always wanted. The fan base, the organization, the city. It all means so much to me. I just wanted to say thank you for all the support over the years. You’ve made D.C. feel like home and I can’t wait to get started this season and keep it going.”
Wilson set NHL career-highs in goals (24), assists (28), points (52), power-play points (10) and time on ice per game (18:35) in 78 games in 2021-22, representing the Capitals at the 2022 NHL All-Star Game.
“Tom possesses all the intangibles needed to win in this league and we are extremely pleased to sign him to a long-term contract, giving him the opportunity to finish his career in a Capitals’ uniform,” Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan said. “Throughout his career, Tom has improved every facet of his game through his drive and competitiveness. We feel his work ethic and leadership qualities will be a tremendous asset to our organization for years to come.”
Selected by Washington in the first round (No. 16) of the 2012 NHL Draft, Wilson has 295 points (128 goals, 167 assists) and 1,299 penalty minutes in 680 regular-season games and 31 points (14 goals, 17 assists) in 83 Stanley Cup Playoff games.
Wilson had 15 points (five goals, 10 assists) in the 2018 playoffs to help the Capitals win the Stanley Cup.
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