Uniondale, NY (My Sportsbook) - The New York Islanders signed center Richard Park to a two-year contract extension Sunday. The deal will keep Park in Long Island through the 2009-10 season. "Richard exemplifies the type of character players we want to be New York Islanders," said general manager Garth Snow. "He's a team-first guy who plays with his heart on his sleeve and battles every shift." Park, 31, has appeared in 452 NHL regular season games and has scored 60 goals with 73 assists. The 11-year veteran has played for Pittsburgh, Anaheim, Philadelphia, Minnesota, Vancouver and the Islanders. He was originally drafted by Pittsburgh in the second round of the 1994 NHL Entry Draft. "To say I'm happy would be an understatement," said Park. "Since the first day of training camp last year, I was determined to make the most of the chance Garth Snow and Ted Nolan gave me. I love this franchise. My family has really made a home on Long Island. This is incredible news for us. I'm very appreciative of the opportunity to stay with the Islanders for a long time." |
