According to Chris Johnston, speaking on Thursday's episode of "The Chris Johnston Show," Shesterkin's negotiations have hit an intriguing point where he may accept a seven-year deal instead of the maximum eight years if the Rangers meet his salary demands.

Igor Shesterkin made waves when he reportedly rejected a record-setting contract from the New York Rangers. ESPN’s Kevin Weekes stated that Shesterkin turned down an eight-year deal worth $11 million annually (AAV),