Two More Frk’n Years!

Martin Frk has signed a two-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Kings with an average annual value (AAV) of $725,000. This contract will last through the 2021-2022 season.

The 26 year old forward was born in Pelhrimov, Czech Republic signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Kings prior to the 2019-2020 season. Frk has spent the majority of the season as the leading goal-scored for the Kings’s AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign. He has recorded 36 points (23+13=36) in 37 games played with the Reign. He has also been impressive at the NHL level, recording 8 points (6+2=8) with the Kings in 17 games played.

However, the memorable moment of his season to date comes at the AHL All-Star Skills Competition in Ontario, where he shattered the record for the hardest shot ever recorded in professional hockey history with an absolute rocket of 109.2 MPH! Zdeno Chara held the previous record with a 108.8 MPH shot recorded at the 2012 NHL All-Star Skills Competition.

Before signing with the Kings prior to this season, Frk had considered signing with a KHL team. However, he decided to stay in North America for another year and sign with the Kings. Needless to say, he is exceeding expectations and has been rewarded with his first one-way contract since his Entry Level Contract (ELC) with the Detroit Red Wings.

The 6’1″ 205 lbs right winger plays a dynamic, offensive focused game. His insane slap shot is tough to beat, especially when placed perfectly. In the future, as the Kings continue to rebuild, he will probably play on the third or fourth line and act as a power play specialist.