The Carolina Hurricanes have become known for thinking outside of the box, doing things their own way and even playing a brand of hockey that is unique to their team. So when they announced the eight-year extension of Jackson Blake,

The Carolina Hurricanes signed Jackson Blake to a $45 million contract extension, the team announced. Blake totaled 17 goals and 17 assists last season.

A fourth-round draft pick who played two years at North Dakota, Jackson Blake won an NHL roster spot with the Hurricanes last year, and has been rewarded with a long-term contract extension

Carolina Hurricanes’ general manager Eric Tulsky praises the team’s rising star after signing a major long-term contract, emphasizing the player’s impressive rookie season and competitive spirit as vital to the franchise’s future success.

RALEIGH, N.C. - Jackson Blake is just 21 years old and has played in only 81 regular-season games. Still, on Thursday, the Carolina Hurricanes bet big on the young forward, making him the latest member of the roster to receive a long-term contract extension.

The Carolina Hurricanes have announced the signing of forward Jackson Blake to an eight-year contract extension.

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Jackson Blake to an eight-year, $45 million deal the team announced Thursday night.