Pittsburgh Penguins forward Tommy Novak signs a three-year contract extension, keeping him under team control through the 2029–30 season. Multiple reports say the deal was announced on Friday and comes as Novak was previously set to reach free agency next summer. The Athletic reports the extension is worth $4.65 million per season, while Yahoo Sports and other coverage characterize Novak as a dependable forward.
According to the shared season details in the coverage, Novak is coming off the 2023–24 campaign in which he appears in all 82 games, making him the only Penguins player to do so. Yahoo Sports adds that he records 16 goals and 26 points during that span and contributes as Pittsburgh returns to the playoffs after missing the postseason for three seasons. During his first full season in Pittsburgh, Novak plays primarily on the second and third lines, reflecting his role versatility.
The Penguins’ extension length and timing align across outlets, with differences mainly centered on the reported annual salary figure.
