Panthers sign Reilly Smith to 5-year extension
The Florida Panthers can't stop making deals.
The same day they officially locked down forward Vincent Trocheck to a six-year extension, the Panthers finalized a five-year extension for Reilly Smith on Sunday, the team announced.
The team didn't disclose terms, but TSN's Gary Lawless reports the deal is worth $25 million.
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Along with Trocheck and now Smith, the Panthers signed defensemen Jason Demers and Keith Yandle, as well as inking Aaron Ekblad to an eight-year extension in what's been a busy offseason for newly appointed general manager Tom Rowe.
"Reilly was a key player for our team last season," Rowe said. "He is a valuable contributor to our offense and special teams and is an important part of our talented group of forwards."
Smith, a 25-year-old winger, scored a career-high 25 goals last season, adding 25 assists and suiting up in all 82 games for Florida. He also notched eight points in six playoff contests.
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