Panthers Sign Tyson Strachan to One-Year Extension

The Florida Panthers have announced that they have signed defenseman Tyson Strachan to a one-year contract extension worth $600,000. He would have been an unrestricted free agent this summer. In 11 games so far this season with the Panthers, he has one goal and two assists for three points. He has also appeared in 32 games with San Antonio of the AHL, scoring three goals and nine assists for 12 points. Since being recalled from the minors, Strachan has been a steady blueliner on the team, so a one-year extension is a good move for the Panthers. He will likely continue to play a depth role on defense next season in the event there injuries on Florida's blueline.