Senators sign Kastelic to 2-year extension

The Ottawa Senators have signed forward Mark Kastelic to a two-year contract extension carrying an average annual value of $835,000, the team announced Thursday.

Kastelic has found a role centering Ottawa's fourth line this season. He doesn't provide much offense, but at 6-foot-3 and 210 pounds, he brings an element of toughness and physicality. He's also won 71.2% of his faceoffs this campaign.

"Mark has worked tirelessly to earn all that has come his way since being a late-round draft pick three years ago," Senators general manager Pierre Dorion said. "He's reliable, competitive, takes exceptional pride in his conditioning, and routinely showcases a willingness to take on any challenge. He's set a very good example for the young players and prospects throughout the organization."

The 23-year-old has recorded four goals (two this season) and two assists in 22 career NHL games - all with the Senators.

Ottawa selected Kastelic in the fifth round in 2019.