Ryan O'Reilly's Unconventional NHL Free Agency Journey

The NHL free agency for 2023 has seen some peculiar contracts being handed out. Joonas Korpisalo's five-year deal with the Ottawa Senators is surprising considering his backup goalie status and below-average performance. Jason Zucker's one-year contract with the Arizona Coyotes is odd as he could have sought a multi-year deal after a strong season. The Colorado Avalanche's six-year commitment to Miles Wood, who has limited offensive production, is questionable. Ryan Reaves' three-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs is strange given his limited on-ice utility as an enforcer. Pierre Engvall's seven-year extension with the New York Islanders is a big commitment to a player who has shown limited improvement and production.