Bleacher Report · Sep 23, 2015
Erik Johnson, Avalanche Agree to New Contract: Details, Comments, Reaction
It doesn't look as though Erik Johnson will be leaving theColorado Avalanche anytime soon. According to Chris Johnston of Sportsnet, the 27-year-old defenseman agreed to a seven-year, $42 million extension with the team. The Avalanche confirmed the deal.
TSN's Darren Dreger added that Johnson will have a limited no-trade clause as part of the new contract.
Johnson is overjoyed to remain in the Mile-High City:
So excited to be in Denver for 7 more years! Thank you the best owners the Kroenke family. Also, Joe Sakic, Patrick Roy, Greg Sherman & 1/2