The Senators from Ottawa defenseman Jake Sanderson signed an eight-year, $64.4 million extension.
The deal, announced Wednesday night, includes a ten-team trade clause for the last three seasons. It will take effect from the 2024-2025 season.
Sanderson, 21, was the No. 5 overall pick in the 2020 NHL Draft.
He made his NHL debut last season and scored 32 points (four goals, 28 assists) in 77 games.
“Jake’s transition into the professional game has been seamless,” said Pierre Dorion, Ottawa General Manager. “He is a very mature young man who demonstrates a routine and skillful ability to play important minutes with poise. An effortless skater who holds himself to a high standard, he has a knack for becoming one of the best all-round defenders in the to be NHL.” the next few years.
Sanderson led the Senators with 147 blocks and was named to the league’s All-Rookie Team.
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