The Vancouver Canucks and forward Linus Karlsson have agreed to a two-year, $4.5 million contract extension, the team announced.
It carries a $2.25 million AAV.
“Linus has taken a number of big steps since joining our organization,” said general manager Patrik Allvin. “He has worked hard on his game, and we have been impressed with his development both on and off the ice. A leader last year for our Calder Cup Championship team in Abbotsford, Linus used that momentum and experience to solidify a position this year in Vancouver. We look forward to helping him continue to grow moving forward.”
Karlsson, 26, has recorded nine goals and 16 points in 36 games with the Canucks this season. In 63 career games, all with Vancouver, Karlsson has 12 goals and 22 points.
He was originally selected 87th overall by the San Jose Sharks in the 2018 NHL Draft.
