July 25 (UPI) -- The Carolina Hurricanes signed Jackson Blake to a $45 million contract extension, the team announced. Blake totaled 17 goals and 17 assists last season.
The Hurricanes announced the eight-year pact on Thursday. Blake, 21, joined the Hurricanes as a fourth-round pick in the 2021 NHL Draft. He played in just one game in 2023-24 and made 80 appearances in 2024-25.
Blake recorded three goals and three assists over 15 appearances during the 2024-25 postseason.
"Jackson had an outstanding rookie season, and we think he is just scratching the surface of the player he can be," Hurricanes Eric Tulsky said in a news release.
"His tenaciousness on the puck and competitiveness match our team's culture and we're excited about his future with our club."
