Sharks resign depth centerman to two-year deal

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 22: San Jose Sharks’ Joel Kellman (46) waits for a face-off against the Vegas Golden Knights in the second period at the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif., on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group)The Sharks have taken care of one of their restricted free agents, reaching an agreement with center Joel Kellman on a two-year contract extension.

The Athletic first reported the deal. San Jose Hockey Now reported the contract carries an average annual value of $750,000.

Kellman, 26, had seven points in 31 games as a rookie for the Sharks during the 2019-2020 season. He averaged 11 minutes and 35 seconds of ice time per game, becoming a reliable…