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Eetu Luostarinen inks 8-year Panthers extension
2 Jul
Summary
- Eetu Luostarinen signed an eight-year contract extension with the Florida Panthers.
- The deal reportedly is worth $40 million and begins in 2027-28.
- Forward Sandis Vilmanis also agreed to a two-year contract extension.
Forward Eetu Luostarinen has extended his tenure with the Florida Panthers by signing an eight-year contract. This agreement ensures Luostarinen will continue his career in South Florida for the foreseeable future. The financial specifics of the deal were not officially disclosed.
Reports suggest the contract extension is valued at $40 million. It is scheduled to commence with the 2027-28 season, as Luostarinen currently has one year left on his existing three-year deal.
Florida General Manager Bill Zito expressed his satisfaction, calling Luostarinen a "key piece" and a "consummate professional." Zito highlighted Luostarinen's critical contributions at even strength and on the penalty kill.
Luostarinen, 27, recorded 33 points, including 11 goals and 22 assists, in 73 games last season. Since being drafted by the Panthers in 2017, he has amassed 162 points over 447 career games.
Furthermore, forward Sandis Vilmanis has also committed to a two-year contract extension. This agreement will also begin in the 2027-28 season, aligning with Luostarinen's new deal.
Zito described Vilmanis as a skilled and competitive young player who has consistently progressed. The general manager praised Vilmanis's positive attitude and strong work ethic. Vilmanis, 22, contributed five points (three goals, two assists) in 19 games last season.
