The San Jose Sharks have begun the process of locking up their star defenseman.
The team's in the preliminary phase of discussions with Brent Burns on a contract extension, TSN's Bob McKenzie reported during Saturday's "Insider Trading" segment.
The Sharks have also started contract negotiations with forward Tomas Hertl, according to McKenzie.
Burns has one year remaining on his contract before he becomes an unrestricted free agent, while Hertl will become a restricted free agent on July 1.