For Vatrano’s part, it’s a healthy raise on his $3.65M salary for the last three years. After a disappointing year with the New York Rangers, the Ducks signed Vatrano to a three-year, $10.95M contract as an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2022.

Frank Vatrano had two goals and assist after signing a three-year contract extension earlier Sunday and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-1

Deferred salaries are allowed under the NHL’s collective bargaining agreement, but have rarely been used until this season.

Frank Vatrano, fresh off signing a contract extension with the Ducks, finishes with two goals and an assist in a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.