Canucks sign Myers to 5-year deal worth $30M

The Vancouver Canucks signed free-agent defenseman Tyler Myers to a five-year contract worth $30 million, the team announced Monday.

"Tyler is a proven competitor and an important addition to our roster," general manager Jim Benning said. "His experience, character, and size are qualities that will help our team. We are excited to have Tyler and his family join our team."

Myers was one of the top defenders available in this year's blue-liner market. The 29-year-old had nine goals and 31 points in 80 games with the Winnipeg Jets last season.

Myers was a first-round pick, 12th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 2008. He has 74 goals and 265 points in 635 career games.