The Vegas Golden Knights signed forward Braeden Bowman to a six-year extension carrying an average annual value of $3.4 million, the team announced Thursday.
Bowman tallied eight goals and 26 points in 54 games as a rookie with the Golden Knights last season. He also appeared in only one playoff contest during Vegas' run to the Stanley Cup Final.
The 23-year-old projects to play a larger role with the Golden Knights this campaign. Vegas lost four forwards who were lineup mainstays during the playoffs and didn't make any notable offseason additions up front.
The Golden Knights signed Bowman as an undrafted free agent in 2024. He tallied 26 points in 20 games with the AHL's Henderson Silver Knights in 2025-26.
