Mammoth F Nick Schmaltz inks 8-year, $64M extension

Utah Mammoth forward Nick Schmaltz signed an eight-year, $64 million contract extension on Wednesday.

Schmaltz was in line to be an unrestricted free agent this summer before agreeing to a deal that runs through 2033-34.

"There was never a doubt that Utah is where I want to play the rest of my career and I'm thrilled to sign an eight-year extension," Schmaltz said. "We have a great core of players and I know we can do some special things together here in Utah. We have a very bright future, and I am thankful to (Mammoth governor) Ryan and Ashley Smith for wanting me to be a part of the group that will one day bring a Stanley Cup to Utah and grateful for the incredible fan base who always show up and support the Mammoth."

Schmaltz, 30, has recorded a career-high 24 goals to go along with 35 assists and a plus-21 rating in 65 games this season. He is playing on the final season of a seven-year, $40.95 million contract.

"We are thrilled that Nick chose Utah and wants to remain with the team for the next eight years," general manager Bill Armstrong said. "Nick is a tremendous player and person who is very deserving of this contract. We expect him to continue producing on the ice and leading our young, skilled forwards for years to come.

Schmaltz has totaled 482 points (166 goals, 316 assists) in 653 career games with the Chicago Blackhawks, Arizona Coyotes and Mammoth. He was selected 20th overall by the Blackhawks in the 2014 NHL Draft.