Panthers re-sign Duclair to 3-year deal reportedly worth $9M

The Florida Panthers re-signed forward Anthony Duclair to a three-year contract, the team announced Thursday.

The deal carries an average annual value of $3 million, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.

Duclair, 25, recorded 10 goals and 22 assists in 43 regular-season games with the Panthers during his first season with the club. He signed a one-year, $1.7-million contract with the team in December.

"Anthony brought great speed and skill to our club this season," general manager Bill Zito said. "We look forward to seeing him continue to be a creative playmaker for us on the ice and a valuable member of our community. We are thrilled to have him as a part of the Panthers family for years to come."

The Panthers also bought out the final two years of Keith Yandle's contract and inked defenseman Gustav Forsling to a three-year extension reportedly worth $8 million on Thursday.

Duclair has appeared in 396 career contests with the Panthers, Ottawa Senators, Columbus Blue Jackets, Arizona Coyotes, Chicago Blackhawks, and New York Rangers. He's amassed 89 goals and 105 assists.