Chris Johnston of SportsNet is reporting that Erik Johnson, 27-year old defenseman for the Avalanche, has signed a new deal.
Erik Johnson has agreed to an extension with the #avs. He could have become a UFA after this season.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) September 22, 2015
The Colorado Avalanche and Erik Johnson are closing in on a long term contract extension.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) September 22, 2015
Andy Strickland of CBS Sports Radio St. Louis and Fox Sports Midwest is reporting the deal is not quite finalized.