Golden Knights sign 23-year-old Bowman to six-year extension

The Vegas Golden Knights signed 23-year-old forward Braeden Bowman to a six-year, $20.4 million contract extension carrying a $3.4 million annual cap hit beginning in 2027-28. The undrafted Kitchener, Ontario, native had 8 goals and 18 assists in 54 games during his rookie NHL season and appeared in one playoff game as Vegas reached the Stanley Cup Final. Bowman earned a larger role after being called up amid Mark Stone’s injury, briefly playing on the top power-play unit and alongside Jack Eichel. The deal gives Vegas control through three potential free-agent years and reflects the organization’s belief that Bowman can become a full-time player and part of its future as its veteran-heavy roster ages.