=== Sharks sign D Demers to two-year extension ===

San Jose, CA (Sports Network) - The San Jose Sharks signed defenseman Jason
Demers to a two-year contract extension on Thursday.

The 22-year-old Demers finished fourth among NHL rookie defenseman with 21
points (four goals, 17 assists) despite suiting up for only 51 games in
2009-10.

"Jason's puck-moving capabilities and competitive nature fit well with where
our team is trending," said Sharks executive vice president and general
manager Doug Wilson. "He is very capable of executing the up-tempo style of
game we want to play and we see him as an important part of our team."

07/29 22:42:36 ET


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