The Anaheim Ducks seem to think they have their goaltender for now and the future in John Gibson.
That is despite the fragility of Gibson of late.
This past season Gibson missed 22 games due to injury.
He went 31-18-7 on the season with a 2.43 goals against average and 0.926 save percentage.
He also posted four shutouts.
Gibson, 25, signed an eight-year extension with Anaheim this weekend.
“I’m excited to be a part of this organization for the long term,” Gibson said. “Staying with the Ducks was always my preference, and I couldn’t be happier. Living in the Orange County community with the great support of our fans, I can’t think of a better place to play. It’s great to be a part of the future of this team moving forward and hopefully bring a Stanley Cup back to Anaheim.”
The goalie was scheduled to become a restricted free agent on 1 July next year.
“I believe in John Gibson, as does everyone in the organization,” general manager Bob Murray said. “This is obviously a major commitment by the club, but one we feel strongly about. John is equally committed to being a Duck. He is only now entering the prime of his career, and we are all confident his best is yet to come.”
Though not officially released, the terms are reportedly for $51.2 million.
Gibson was in the NHL’s top ten for goalie statistics this past season.
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