|
Blue Jackets Re-Sign Will Weber, Close to Extension With Tim Erixon |
|
|
|
Follow me on Twitter @ToddCordell
As we approach the dog days of the summer, Jarmo Kekalainen continues to take care of house keeping, re-signing another restricted free agent in Will Weber.
The 25-year-old defenseman put pen to paper on a one-year, two-way contract extension that will see him remain in Springfield next season barring a barrage of injuries.
Weber had one goal, five points and 100 penalty minutes in 63 AHL games last season. At this point in his career it appears the former 2nd round pick isn't much more than an AHL regular, and will likely remain such for the rest of his pro career.
That said, the Falcons need bodies and from what I understand he's an important player for them.
Meanwhile, Kekalainen is also close to re-signing another restricted free agent, though it's not the one fans are hoping for (Ryan Johansen).
Tim Erixon will compete for a roster spot this year, and figures to have a good chance of making the squad. Teams are always looking for puck-moving defenseman, and talent-wise Erixon's one of the best in the organization in that regard. If he has a good camp I think he'll be in the opening night lineup.
With Weber signed and Erixon nearing an extension, Jerry D'Amigo, who will fight for a 4th line spot, and Johansen are the remaining notable unsigned RFAs.
Jackets posts
Galaxies Apart
Jackets extend Corey Tropp
Brian Gibbons signing a good one for Columbus
Blue Jackets begin contract talks with Dubinsky, Bobrovsky
Blue Jackets draft review
Devils posts
On the signing of Martin Havlat
On the signing of Mike Cammalleri
Devils close to extension with Cory Schneider
Forwards for futures
Devils draft review
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Email: [email protected]