The Carolina Hurricanes have signed defenseman Sean Walker to a five-year contract worth $18 million, with an average annual value (AAV) of $3.6 million per season. Walker, known for his offensive-minded play and strong skating ability, expressed excitement about joining the #Canes and praised the team's culture. He has already spoken with head coach Rod Brind'Amour and is eager to integrate into the team in Raleigh. The deal was finalized on July 1 during the NHLFreeAgency period.
Yeah, Sean Walker will fit in nicely in Raleighwood https://t.co/TeVbugVFLr
Sean Walker says he's already talked to Rod Brind'Amour after signing yesterday and the conversation made him eager to get to Raleigh - "You just hear nothing but good things and how the players want to do anything for their teammates. I'm really excited about the culture… https://t.co/1LyXYq3P7l
New #Canes defenseman Sean Walker, who is meeting with the media for the first time since signing a five-year agreement yesterday, on what he brings to the table - "I think I'm a pretty good skater and definitely offensive-minded. I know from playing against Carolina that their… https://t.co/boZWhRMLme
Now it's a done deal! Defenseman Sean Walker has signed a five-year, $18M ($3.6M AAV) deal with the #Canes. https://t.co/fXxboZqxnc
THAT'S RIGHT 👀 The @Canes have signed Sean Walker to a five-year deal! #NHLFreeAgency https://t.co/lc7xAGbU15
On a day with some insane signings, that Sean Walker contract is extremely reasonable. Best of luck to him in Carolina.
Sean Walker back East https://t.co/WM7euO4nUP
Carolina signs Sean Walker to a five-year deal worth $18 million ($3.6 M AAV per season)
Sean Walker is my favourite player on this list, I think. I think context will determine his ultimate value on his next deal but there's a lot to like about his skillset. (Jets not in on him, I don't think. Just saying I like the player.) https://t.co/XhisnyLa8x
Not sure yet how this is going to look contract-wise, but hearing Sean Walker to Carolina