Report: Contract talks progressing between Ducks, Silfverberg

Contract talks are progressing between the Anaheim Ducks and forward Jakob Silfverberg, reports TSN's Pierre LeBrun.

Silfverberg is in the final year of his deal and would be one of the most attractive rental options available before the Feb. 25 trade deadline.

The 28-year-old is one of the better two-way wingers in the NHL and has consistently produced in the neighborhood of 20 goals and 40 points. He has 12 goals and 19 points in 42 games so far this season.

Silfverberg is expected to receive a substantial raise from his current deal which pays him $3.75 million annually. Anaheim projects to have just over $9 million in cap space for next year, so signing the Swede would limit their spending ability elsewhere.

The Ducks currently sit one point out of a playoff spot, and their play over the next few weeks will likely determine which direction they go at the deadline. Regardless, LeBrun adds that Anaheim "really wants to keep him."