Charlie Coyle: Signs Five-Year Extension
Coyle signed a five-year, $16 million extension with the Wild on Wednesday, Michael Russo of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Analysis:
The 22-year-old had just entered the final season of his entry-level deal, but he'll now be afforded some peace of mind with the five-year extension. A first-round pick (28th overall) in 2010, Coyle had a minus-7 rating but tallied 30 points (12G, 18A) in 70 games last season, and his speed and strong chemistry with teammate Mikko Koivu recently earned him a promotion to the second line.