The 28-year-old defenseman is entering the final year of a seven-year, $45.5 million contract that he signed with Ottawa in 2012, and he's eligible to hit unrestricted free agency next summer. OTTAWA -- The Ottawa Senators say they have agreed to terms with Norris Trophy finalist Erik Karlsson on a seven-year contract extension. “This was a big decision for me,” Karlsson said Monday. There’s many ways to accomplish different things. San Jose Sharks sign Patrick Marleau as he nears Gordie Howe record “Ever since I arrived there, it’s been nothing but good.”. "As one of the cornerstones of our franchise, Erik will be a large part of the future success that Senators fans can look forward to.". All rights reserved. The 28-year-old defenseman has one season remaining on a seven-year contract he … OTTAWA -- The Ottawa Senators say they have agreed to terms with Norris Trophy finalist Erik Karlsson on a seven-year contract extension. For example, Cookies that enable you to log into secure areas of our site or use a shopping cart. With a handful of players still left to sign and, as of now, less than $13 million in projected salary cap space remaining for next season, according to CapFriendly, questions linger about what the full Sharks roster might look like once Karlsson and his teammates report for training camp in the fall. I obviously know most of their players from playing against them and watching them on [television]. I'm becoming a better person, as well. All Rights Reserved. … Wilson’s work is hardly done. As for leaving the door open for Pavelski, 34, to return, Wilson said, “I don’t think anybody should rush to conclusions on anything. When he does, the Sharks will hope to win him over. CLICK HERE TO TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS. It's something that comes with this work, something that I know about. The NHL uses cookies, web beacons, and other similar technologies. San Jose Sharks GM hints at return for Patrick Marleau Related Articles (Anda Chu/Bay Area News Group), San Jose Sharks general manager Doug Wilson, left, and San Jose Sharks' Erik Karlsson (65) listen to questions as Karlsson is introduced as the newest member of the San Jose Sharks at the Hilton in downtown San Jose, Calif., on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. "(General manager Bryan Murray) has done a terrific job with Ottawa as long as he's been here. Sharks general manager Doug Wilson said Thursday that he envisions Karlsson as a fixture on San Jose's blueline for years to come. DRAFT DUDS: Six of the worst picks in NHL draft history. It appears they are fully committed to making sure Karlsson spends more than one season in San Jose. Enter your email to read this article for free. The Sharks acquired Erik Karlsson from the Ottawa Senators on Thursday with the intention of ultimately re-signing him, but the defenseman stayed mum on the possibility of extending his contract beyond this season. All NHL team jerseys customized with NHL players' names and numbers are officially licensed by the NHL and the NHLPA. “Spending the full season there and really getting a look on how everything works from the organization and the entire Bay Area was key to everything,” Karlsson said. "That's the way it is. I know how it works. After the trade for the star defenseman, the clock now ticks on the San Jose Sharks to sign him to a new contract. Any other third party trademarks or copyrights are the property of their respective owners. For more information about Cookies and how to adjust them, please see our. Sources told ESPN.com's Pierre LeBrun that Karlsson's deal is worth an average of $6.5 million per year. On June 23, all would-be UFAs can begin to talk with teams other than their own and on July 1, are free to sign with any team. Erik Karlsson has been offered a contract extension by the Ottawa Senators. All Rights Reserved. It's been fair, no backstabbing or anything like that. The 30-year-old defender signed an eight-year contract extension worth $92 million with the Sharks in June 2019. Still not 100 percent once the postseason began, he had 16 points in 19 playoff games, as the Sharks advanced to the Western Conference Final before they were eliminated in six games by the eventual Stanley Cup Champion St. Louis Blues. Rumors swirl as Joe Thornton decides future “I’ve never heard anybody say it’s a problem to have too many high-end defensemen or too many high-end centermen. ... SAN JOSE — Defenseman Erik Karlsson said May 23 after … Just create an account, no credit card required! Plus, Free Agency reaction. 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SAN JOSE — Defenseman Erik Karlsson said May 23 after the Sharks were eliminated from the playoffs that he would need some time to decide whether he wanted to remain with the organization for the long term or become a free agent. He fought back tears in his exit press conference in Ottawa. "It's all I can do. The Sharks on Monday signed Karlsson to a massive eight-year, $92 million deal, making the two-time Norris Trophy winner one of the linchpins of the franchise that swung for the fences when it traded for him just eight months ago, not knowing if it would be able to keep the two-time Norris Trophy winner beyond one season.