By Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Raleigh, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes and restricted free agent Seth Jarvis have agreed to terms on a new eight-year, $63.2 million contract, the team announced Saturday morning.

Signing bonuses account for $29.24 million as part of the 22-year-old forward’s new deal.

“Seth is a cornerstone player for our franchise,” said Hurricanes general manager Eric Tulsky. “He took another huge step last season, playing in all situations and displaying the skill and competitive drive that will make him a star in this league in the years to come.”

Daily Facebook reporter Frank Seravalli was first to report the news.

Citing unnamed sources, Seravalli reported that Jarvis’ new deal is set to become one of the first in NHL history to have a salary cap hit substantially lower than the typical average annual value because he was willing to defer salary.

In the 2023-24 season, Jarvis ranked second among Hurricanes skaters in goals (33) and points (67) in 2023-24, establishing career highs in goals, assists (34), points, power-play goals (13), shorthanded goals (2) and game-winning goals (9).

Sebatian Aho (89 points) was the only Canes player with more points last season than Jarvis.

Source: wralsportsfan.com