By Canadian Press

Montreal Canadiens sign forward Joel Armia to four-year, US$13.6-million extension

Jul 27, 2021 | 4:13 PM

MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens have locked up Joel Armia, signing the Finnish forward to a four-year extension. 

The Habs say the deal, announced Tuesday, has an average annual value of US$3.4 million. 

Armia had 14 points (seven goals, seven assists) in 41 regular-season games for Montreal last year, adding five goals and three assists in 21 playoff appearances. 

His career-best season came in 2019-20 when he registered 30 points (16 goals, 14 assists) in 58 games. 

The 28-year-old right-winger was set to become an unrestricted free agent on Wednesday. 

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Armia was selected 16th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2011 NHL entry draft, and came to Montreal via a trade in June 2018. 

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 27, 2021. 

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