from the Philadelphia Flyers,

The Philadelphia Flyers announced today they have re-signed defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen to a five-year contract extension worth an average annual value (AAV) of 5.1M, according to President of Hockey Operations & General Manager, Chuck Fletcher.

"Rasmus is an important part of our team and we are very happy to have him on our blue line for the next five years," said Fletcher. "He is committed to being a Flyer, and brings a consistent physical presence to our team."

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