The Columbus Blue Jackets and defenseman Ryan Murray have agreed to a two-year contract extension, the team announced Thursday.
Columbus drafted the 22-year-old second overall in the 2012 NHL draft. He has totaled 17 points this season while playing in every game.
Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen released a statement, per the team's website:
Ryan Murray is a talented, smart player who has been a very steady performer on our blue line and we are extremely happy to have this deal completed. Ryan has earned more ice time, showed steady improvement and contributed in all situations for us throughout the season.