The Washington Capitals have re-signed forward Tom Wilson to a two-year contract worth $4 million, the team announced Thursday.
He will earn $1.75 million during the 2016-17 season, and $2.25 million in 2017-18.
Wilson, a 2012 first-round draft pick, was headed for restricted free agency. The 22-year-old recorded at least 150 penalty minutes in each of his three NHL seasons, while his offensive totals have increased each year.
Last season, he set career highs with seven goals and 16 assists.
After the team's disappointing playoff exit, general manager Brian MacLellan stated his hope that Wilson could grow into a player like former Capital Joel Ward, who he said the team lacked during their postseason run.