Overview
- Reports published June 4–5 say Gritsyuk and the Devils are in constructive talks over a multi‑year extension as his one‑year, $925,000 entry‑level deal expires on July 1.
- In his 2025–26 rookie season Gritsyuk scored 13 goals and 31 points in 66 games while showing chemistry with teammates and moving up the lineup to provide secondary scoring.
- Gritsyuk missed the final stretch of the season for an upper‑body injury that required surgery, and his recovery timing is a key factor in the length and value the Devils will offer.
- Public analytics show conflicting signals: he led the team in shot share but posted weaker defensive metrics, and AFP Analytics projects about $3.05 million AAV on two years versus roughly $5.89 million AAV over five years.
- A multi‑year deal would lock in low‑cost scoring depth for New Jersey after a low‑risk KHL signing, while a failure to agree could leave the club balancing short‑term health uncertainty against his offensive upside.