The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Jussi Jokinen to a two-year, $3.4-million contract extension.
Acquired in a trade with Tampa Bay last season, Jokinen had one goal and 11 points in 25 regular season games with the Hurricanes before scoring seven goals and 11 points in 18 playoff games.
"Jussi was a good addition to our team last season, and he really stepped into his role in the playoffs," said Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford. "His ability to contribute on the power play and penalty kill, and his versatility at different forward positions makes him a valuable player."
The 26-year-old, who can play both wing and centre, has 54 goals, 118 assists and 172 points in 306 career NHL games.
Jokinen will make $1.5-million next season and $1.9-million in 2010-2011.