Flames Ink Matt Coronato To Long Term Extension

Flames Ink Matt Coronato To Long Term Extension

Matt Coronato was scheduled to hit restricted free agency on July 1st, and that will no longer happen thanks to Craig Conroy stepping up to the plate and getting a deal done. The Flames and Coronato have agreed to a seven-year, $45.5 million contract extension that will carry an AAV of $6.5 million.

Coronato, 22, seems to have an extremely bright future after setting career highs in games (77), goals (24), assists (23), and points (47). He spoke about the deal recently shortly after signing the extension.

“I’m really excited about it,” Coronato told the Flames website. “I love playing for the Flames. I love the city so I’m excited to be here long term and continue to get better and grow with this team. I love all the guys, I love the staff, so it’s just it’s an exciting day for me and my family.”

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This deal is a no-brainer for the Flames and GM Craig Conroy had this to say after the deal was inked.

“Matt wants to be here long term, and that says a lot about him and where this is kind of going, moving forward,” general manager Craig Conroy said.

“As far as him being locked in long term, he’s a big part of the future, and we expect great things from him so we’re looking forward to seeing where this goes, but really nice to get him done and have him locked up for seven more years,” Flames general manager Craig Conroy said. “He’s going to be a core piece here moving forward. It’s exciting for the franchise and the city.”

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