Wings re-sign Howard and Ericsson

by Christy on Jul 21, 2008 10:21 PM CDT

Two players likely to spend the next year in Grand Rapids have been re-signed. Jimmy Howard, the Wings goaltender of the future, and defenseman Jonathan Ericsson will be with the Wings for another three seasons.

According to information posted on the NHL Players’ Association Web site, Howard will earn $600,000 next season and Ericsson will make $550,000.

I'm not surprised with either of the signings and Ericsson's could be quite the bargain in three years when he's a stud on the Wings roster.

The Wings have yet to re-sign Chris Chelios and while I still believe it's going to happen, I am surprised by the delay. Once Cheli signs his extension, the Wings will have nine solid NHL defensemen including Ericsson so depth won't be a problem- fitting under the cap may be.

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Chelios Resigning

As I understand it, Chelios has made it clear to the Wings front office he will wait until everyone else is signed, and then sign for an amount that will allow them to not blow cap space unnecessarily.

by joehass on Aug 1, 2008 9:40 AM CDT reply actions