Abate's stats this season, with 2 goals and 8 assists in 40 games, show he's making his mark. Initially signed in April 2022, questions lingered about his role beyond being a fourth-line enforcer. But with this contract extension, it seems Providence believes in his potential for more.
Though details on his minor league pay remain under wraps, his salary cap sits at $775k. Having started his journey at the University of Nebraska Omaha, Abate's journey with Providence continues to unfold.