Defenceman Brent Burns has agreed to an eight-year extension with the San Jose Sharks worth a reported $64-million US. Burns was a finalist for the Norris Trophy last season after finishing second among defenceman in scoring with 75 points (27 goals, 48 assists). This season, Burns has picked up where he left off, tied for third in scoring for defencemen with six goals and eight assists. In 815 career games, Burns has posted 437 points (147 goals, 290 assists), along with 535 penalty minutes and 50 power play goals. In 58 Stanley Cup playoff games, Burns has posted 36 points (12 goals, 24 assists).

Source: CBC News November 22, 2016 22:26 UTC