Predators sign Tootoo to extension

Jan 31, 2008 - 10:32 PM NASHVILLE, Tennessee (Ticker) -- The Nashville Predators on Thursday signed right wing Jordin Tootoo to a two-year contract extension worth $1.95 million.

Tootoo has seven goals and 13 points in 41 games this season. In 210 career games, he has registered 18 goals and 22 assists.

"Since we drafted Jordin in 2001, we have seen him blossom into a complete player, as evidenced by his gradual increase in production since breaking into the NHL," Predators general manager David Poile in a statement.

"Jordin is a physical player that can not only get under opponents' skin and draw penalties, but has proven he can score at this level as well. We are excited about watching his continued development over the next two seasons."

Tootoo, who is two days shy of turning 25 years old, was selected by the Predators in the fourth round of the 2001 draft.