Flames sign Sarich for 2 more years
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CALGARY, Alberta, June 29 (UPI) — Veteran Calgary Flames defenseman Cory Sarich has been re-signed to a two-year contract, the team announced Friday.
“Cory is a true competitor who plays the game the right way, with fire and grit,” General Manager Jay Feaster said.
The club said the contract was worth $4 million.
Sarich joined the NHL with the Buffalo Sabres in the 1998-99 season. He also played for Tampa Bay and was signed by Calgary as a free agent in 2007.
In 887 NHL games, Sarich has 20 goals and 146 points, including 10 goals and 57 points in 351 contests with the Flames.
“He is capable of delivering the big hit and as such keeps opposing players honest, he eliminates time and space down low, he moves the puck well with a good first pass, he is one of the leaders in our room and he is a well-liked and well-respected teammate,” Feaster said.