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Forward Dylan Guenther Inks Eight-Year Extension With Utah

alex tumalip

Fri, Sep 20, 2024, 6:19 p.m.·1 min read

The core continues to grow for Utah Hockey Club.

In a press release Friday, the club announced the extension of forward Dylan Guenther to an eight-year deal.

Per club policy, the terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“Dylan is elite in every aspect on and off the ice,” said general manager Bill Armstrong in the press release. "We look forward to having Dylan as a core player for this organization for many years to come.”

This locks up a huge part of Utah's core for the foreseeable future, as Guenther appeared in 45 games last season, scoring 18 goals and tallying 17 assists in those appearances.

The no. 9 overall pick in the 2021 NHL draft is now guaranteed to be on the opening night roster October 8, where he will likely anchor the second line on the wing.

“This is a very happy day for me and my family,” Guenther said in the press release. “Everything about this organization is on the right track, and I know we have an opportunity to do some special things here for a long time.”

Guenther and Armstrong will be available to the media tomorrow following the third session of training camp.

“There isn’t a better example than Dylan when we talk about the combination of talent and character that we are so excited to build a new franchise with here in Utah,” team president Chris Armstrong said. "Today is another exciting day for our organization and our fans who will come to love Dylan, not just as a hockey player but as a member of our community.”