January 22, 2008
Coyotes sign Bryzgalov to extension TheFourthPeriod.com
The Phoenix Coyotes have signed goaltender Ilyz Bryzgalov to a three-year, $12.75 million contract extension.
Bryzgalov, who was claimed off waivers from the Anaheim Ducks on Nov. 17, has posted a 16-10-2 record with a 2.33 goals-against-average and a .921 save percentage in 28 games with the Coyotes this season.
"I'm extremely excited to sign with the Phoenix Coyotes," said Bryzgalov. "I'm very excited about our team, coaches and management. I chose to stay in Phoenix because I love our fans, my teammates and I’m confident that we have a bright future ahead of us."
Bryzgalov has earned a career NHL record of 42-33-10, with a 2.44 GAA and .913 SV% with Anaheim and Phoenix. He was drafted by Anaheim in the second round (44th overall) of the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.
"We are extremely pleased to sign Ilya to a long-term contract," said Coyotes GM Don Maloney. "He's a world class goaltender with a Stanley Cup on his resume and has been a great addition to our hockey club. We are thrilled to have him in a Coyotes uniform for the next three years."
