Senators Sign Defenseman Kuba to 3-Year Extension

Scratch Kuba from the list of trade candidates today. The Ottawa Senators announced on Wednesday that they have signed defenseman Filip Kuba to a three-year contract extension worth $11.1 million. The deal averages out to $3.7 million per season. He would have been an unrestricted free agent on July 1. Kuba was acquired from the Tampa Bay Lightning last summer along with Alexandre Picard and a first round pick in 2009 for Andrej Meszaros. In 54 games so far this season, Kuba has two goals and 27 assists for 29 points. This is a good move for the rebuilding Senators as Kuba has been one of the team's best players all season. He brings good offensive skill to the team's blueline and is excellent on the power play. Plus, at $3.7 million per season, this is a good deal for a player of his caliber.