July 23, 2008 | 2:39pm ET
Ducks sign coach Carlyle to extension TheFourthPeriod.com
The Anaheim Ducks have signed head coach Randy Carlyle to a two-year contract extension.
Carlyle, 52, had one-year remaining on his original contract and is now signed through the 2010-11 season.
"In our view, Randy is one of the top coaches in the NHL," said Ducks Executive VP and GM Brian Burke. "We've had an aggressive, hard-working club each of the past three years, largely due to his influence. He's clearly been paramount to our success since taking over the reins."
Carlyle was named the seventh head coach in team history on Aug. 1, 2005. He has since led the Ducks to their first Stanley Cup championship (2007), Pacific Division championship (2007) and a franchise-record three consecutive trips to the post-season.
"Working in Orange County for owners such as the Samuelis is a privilege, and I'm honored to be able to continue representing the Ducks," Carlyle said. "I'm thankful for the great relationship I have with Brian Burke and our hockey staff and expect more success in the future. We fell short of our goal last year and it’s time for us to respond."
Carlyle has the most wins and highest winning percentage in Ducks history, compiling a 138-74-34 record for 310 points in 246 career NHL games (.630 winning percentage).
