A.J. Messier/NHLI via Getty Images(ST. PAUL, Minn.) — Only in his second full season in the NHL, the Minnesota Wild have already determined they want defenseman Jonas Brodin around for the long-term as they’ve given him a new contract.
Still just 21 years old, Brodin and the Wild have agreed on a six-year extension worth $25 million. Brodin’s new deal will keep him under contract through the 2020-2021 season.
“We are very excited to get Jonas Brodin signed through the 2020-21 season,” said Wild general manager Chuck Fletcher. “He is one of the premier young defensemen in the NHL and has played a huge role on our team since entering the league as a 19-year-old. We’re confident that his game will continue to evolve in all areas and he will be a valuable part of our core for years to come.”
Brodin has performed very well for the Wild since his rookie season. Through 126 games, Brodin has 10 goals, 21 assists and a plus-8 rating.
Follow @ABCNewsRadio
Copyright 2014 ABC News Radio
