As of January 27, 2025, information indicating that the Hershey Bears have signed forward Alex Steeves to a $25 million contract. The Hershey Bears, as an American Hockey League (AHL) team, typically operate with significantly lower salary structures compared to National Hockey League (NHL) teams. Contracts in the AHL rarely, if ever, reach such high figures.
Alex Steeves is currently associated with the Toronto Marlies, the AHL affiliate of the NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs. He had a productive rookie season with the Marlies in 2021-22.
Given the financial frameworks of the AHL, a $25 million contract would be unprecedented. It’s possible there may be some confusion or misinformation regarding this claim. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on player signings and contracts, it’s advisable to consult official team announcements or reputable sports news outlets.
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Washington Capitals Loan Goaltender Hunter Shepard To Hershey Bears, Activate Charlie Lindgren
The Washington Capitals announced they have loaned goaltender Hunter Shepard to their AHL affiliate Hershey Bears and activated goaltender Charlie Lindgren from injured reserve.
A back-to-back Calder Cup champion and reigning Baz Bastien Memorial Award winner as AHL’ Best Goaltender, Shepard has a 15-7-1 record with an .898 SP and 2.36 GAA with the Hershey Bears this season.
The 29-year-old did not appear in any games for Washington during this call-up. He made his NHL debut and started four games for the club last season, posting a 2-1-1 record, .894 SP and 3.19 GAA.
The Bears are tied for first in the AHL in points as they continue their quest for a third straight Calder Cup. They take on the Rochester Americans at home tomorrow.
Lindgren was injured in a game against the Montreal Canadiens on Jan. 10. He returns to back-up Logan Thompson tonight.
All three of Shepard, Lindgren, and Thompson are unrestricted free agents at the end of the season, it will be interesting to see how many of the three the team retains.
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