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Ben Chiarot Signs Three-Year Extension with Red Wings

1/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ben Chiarot, defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings, signed a three-year extension worth $11.55 million with a $3.85 million annual cap hit.
The deal was announced January 28, 2026.
The extension runs through the 2028-29 season.
Chiarot, 34, has played all 54 games this season, totalling four goals and seven assists.
Chiarot's experience is vital for the team's ongoing development.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded in 1991 by adding the Tampa Bay Lightning and Ottawa Senators, each paying a $45 million expansion fee. This move aimed to double league revenues from $400 million within a decade. The 25% revenue growth that year reflected the league's increasing popularity, influencing player contracts and strategies, as seen in Ben Chiarot's recent extension with the Detroit Red Wings.

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Story summary

Ben Chiarot, defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings, signed a three-year extension worth $11.55 million with a $3.85 million annual cap hit.
The deal was announced January 28, 2026.
The extension runs through the 2028-29 season.
Chiarot, 34, has played all 54 games this season, totalling four goals and seven assists.
Chiarot's experience is vital for the team's ongoing development.

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