Yesterday, The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta Tweeted out news that the Red Wings and restricted free agent Anthony Mantha have begun contract negotiations, and The Fourth Period adds a little more context to the story today:
It should be noted that while a deal is not yet imminent, contract talks are well underway, and the lines of communications are open between the Red Wings and Mantha’s agent Pat Brisson.
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It’s unclear what type of contract Mantha is looking for, how high of an AAV, but the Wings appear to be interested in a longer-term deal as the 20th overall selection in the 2013 NHL Draft is one-year away from being eligible for unrestricted free agency.
In 43 games with Red Wings this season, Mantha registered 16 goals and 22 assists for 38 points.
