FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chicago, February 25th 2007
Center Joe Sakic has signed a two year extension to his current deal, keeping him in Chicago through the 2008-2009 season. The 38-year old Sakic signed a two year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks during the 2005-2006 off-season, and was set to become a unrestricted free agent this summer, but will now stay in Chicago for two more years. Financial terms are not disclosed, keeping with the teams’ policy.
“We are extremely happy to keep Joe Sakic for two more years. He is one of the top players in the league and he has been one of the best playmakers in the game for the last 20 years. Our goal is to win the Stanley cup, and Joe Sakic is a vital component in our efforts to do so.” – GM Mathias Vaigur.
Joe Sakic scored 68 points in 82 games last season, giving him 141 points in the last two seasons in the OTHL. This season Sakic leads the league in assists (57) and points (81), and is set to break the 100 point barrier for the sixth time in his NHL / OTHL career.
“I never really thought about not re-signing here in Chicago. When I got the contract offer, I talked it over with my family and we really like this town and were the team is going, so it was an very easy decision to make.” – Joe Sakic.