The Detroit Red Wings have accomplished a key objective on their agenda: Moritz Seider has officially signed a new contract. The seven-year deal, worth $59.85 million, will keep him with the team through the end of the 2030-31 season, averaging an annual cap hit of $8.55 million. Seider, a German defenseman, has played all three of his NHL seasons with the Red Wings, achieving a career-high nine goals and 33 assists for 42 points in 82 games last season. His Corsi for sits at 44.7, with a relative Corsi of -3.4, and he has not missed a game since becoming a full-time player.
Hailing from Zell, Germany, Seider has tallied 21 goals and 113 assists for a total of 134 points across 246 career games. He was selected sixth overall in the first round of the 2019 NHL Draft and won the Calder Trophy in 2022 as the league’s top rookie.
Before joining the NHL, Seider won the DEL championship with Adler Mannheim in 2019 and was named the SHL Defenceman of the Year while playing for Rogle BK in Sweden. He has also represented Germany at both junior and senior levels. As a cornerstone of the Red Wings’ defense, he’s recognized by General Manager Steve Yzerman for his significant role. Seider combines physicality with durability, maintaining a robust style of play without compromising his health.
While the Red Wings narrowly missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season, there’s optimism for the future. Seider aims to contribute to the team’s resurgence, though the Atlantic Division remains competitive. This season is crucial for Detroit, but with Seider locked in, they have a strong foundation for years to come.