The New Jersey Devils announced on Tuesday that star forward Jack Hughes has signed an eight-year, $64-million deal with the team, ahead of the 20-year-old
The New Jersey Devils announced on Tuesday that star forward Jack Hughes has signed an eight-year, $64-million deal with the team, ahead of the 20-year-old centre's RFA eligibility. The first-overall pick of the 2019 draft, Hughes was set to become a restricted free agent after this season. His new deal carries an average annual value of $8 million. Hughes said via a press release: "I believe in what we are doing here, and we have a great chance to be successful for a long time. This contract shows that this team is extremely invested in me and I'm also really dedicated to this organization." NJ Devils managing partner David Blitzer said: "We all know what Jack means to the team on and off the ice. He's an unbelievable player and a fantastic person. His future is incredibly bright and he will be a pillar for our franchise for years to come." Hughes has scored 20 goals and 55 points in 119 career NHL games over the last three years. He missed the las
Steelers president Art Rooney II said in a news release
: “Mike is one of the most successful head coaches in the National Football League, and we are confident in his leadership to continue to lead our team as we work to win another championship.”
Tomlin spent the 2006 season as defensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings. He had no head coaching experience when he was hired in 2007 to coach the Steelers the next off-season. He is 145-78-1 in 14 seasons as Steelers coach, and won a Super Bowl in 2009. He is 8-8 in 16 playoff appearances.
“I am extremely grateful for this contract extension and want to thank Art Rooney II and everyone in the organization for the support in my first 14 seasons,” Tomlin said.
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