Predators sign goalie Juuse Saros to four-year extension

The Nashville Predators have inked their starting goalie to a long-term deal.

The team and veteran Juuse Saros announced on Monday that they have agreed to a four-year, $20 million contract extension worth an average annual value of $5 million.

The 26-year old, who ended up taking over the starting netminder duties over Pekka Rinne a couple of seasons ago, posted a 21-11-1 record, .927 save percentage, 2.28 goals-against average and three shutouts in 35 games.