For the last few weeks, everyone thought Phil Kessel was definitely going to sign with Vancouver. However, it's just come out how urgently he needs to sign to play in the playoffs.
Cap Friendly has revealed that if Kessel wants to play in the playoffs, he needs to sign a contract by this Friday at 3PM ET. This applies whether he decides to go with Vancouver or any other team aiming for the playoffs.
The three-time Stanley Cup champion has returned to the ice a few weeks ago, hoping to get a deal, but nothing happened yet, raising a lot of concerns for his future in the NHL.