Koivu Signs extension.

[charlio lemieux]

Canadian Press

2/11/2006 10:13:38 AM

MONTREAL (CP) - The Montreal Canadiens have re-signed captain Saku Koivu to a three-year contract extension through the 2008-09 season.

Koivu could have become an unrestricted free agent July 1.

He's making $3.42 million US this season.

The 31-year-old is playing in his 10th season with the Canadiens.

In 45 games this season, he has 14 goals and 25 assists.


I guess this puts an end any trade rumors.

[THE HACK]

This is good for Koivu and the Habs!:)

Saku is that teams inspirational leader and he plays with lots of heart:) ,only if my leader showed the same grit and determination that Saku does night in and night out!:rolleyes:

Cheers

[TimmyTabasco]

Good signing for the Habs

Koivu is the heart and soul of that team. Works his butt off each and every night

4.75 is a wee bit much, but atleast he is signed :thumb:

[Newfie John]

4.75 is too much, but many believe he's the heart and soul of the team so I guess its worth it for Montreal.

[Man.Utd]

Too much, though nothing outrageous. I never have problems seeing loyal players like Koivu "cash in" in such a resonable sense.

His best comareable may have been Daniel Alfredsson in terms of what they are worth to their teams. And indeed I think that's probably how he got this contract of his, it's basically the same thing only Kovy makes a bit more. But the Swede is also an MVP candidate, a leading PK'er (most SH goals in the league), and our PP quatreback to go along with all the rest. Obviously, a bit much. But as Timmy said at least he's signed. Congrats to both the Habs and Koivu. :thumb: