Alex Edler signs for four more

Canucks sign defenceman Alex Edler to a four-year extension Vancouver, B.C. – Vancouver Canucks General Manager Mike Gillis announced today that the club has signed defenceman Alex Edler to a four-year contract extension through the 2012-13 NHL season. Edler enters his third season as a Vancouver Canuck. "Alex is a gifted puck-moving defenceman who sees the ice extremely well for such a young player," said Mike Gillis. "He has made great strides in his career and we look forward to further growth and development in his game." Edler, 22, played 75 games for... [read full story]