Colton Parayko signs new deal with St. Louis for maximum term

Colton Parayko is going to be a member of the St. Louis Blues for a long time. The 28-year-old defenceman, whose current contract doesn't run out until the end of 2021-22, has signed on for another eight years with the team, the maximum number allowed. The new contract is worth $6.5 million AAV.

"I can't wait to wear the Blue Note for another nine years," Parayko said. "St. Louis has been my home now for six seasons, and this is where I want to be. All the relationships I've gained, the teammates I've had, and the organization have all had a big impact on me. Winning here in 2019 was special, and I want the chance to stay here and do that again.

St. Louis is the only team Parayko has ever played for after being drafted by the Blues in the third round in 2012. He has dressed in 418 career regular-season games, tallying 171 points (41 goals, 130 assists), 119 penalty minutes and a plus-54 rating. In 70 career playoff games, he has posted 27 points (eight goals, 19 assists).

Parayko's current deal pays him $5.5 million per season, so he's been given a raise. He'll be 37 years old when his new contract expires.

Source: NHL.com

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