The St. Louis Blues announced on Monday that they've signed goaltending prospect Joel Hofer to a two-year contract extension, that begins next season, worth $1.55 million ($750,000 AAV).
Hofer, 22, was St. Louis' fourth round pick (107th overall) in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. He was set to become a restricted free agent at the end of the 2022-23 season.
The Winnipeg native is currently playing for St. Louis' AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds. In 22 games this season, he has a record of 10-8-4 along with a 2.39 GAA, .922 save percentage and one shutout.
Joel Hofer has agreed to terms on a two-year, one-way contract extension that will begin next season. https://t.co/i2jkcz5pW1 #stlblues— St. Louis Blues (@StLouisBlues) January 2, 2023
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