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Reports: Alec Martinez closing in on a three-year deal to stay with Golden Knights

Mar 15, 2021; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alec Martinez (23) knocks the puck away from the net against the San Jose Sharks during the first period of an NHL hockey game Monday, March 15, 2021, in Las Vegas. Mandatory Credit: John Locher/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alec Martinez is expected to sign a three-year contract worth approximately $15 million, multiple media outlets reported Monday.

Martinez, who turned 34 on Monday, led the NHL in blocked shots (168) last season.

Hearing Vegas @GoldenKnights are closing in on an extension to keep D Alec Martinez off the market.