VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- The Vancouver Canucks signed GM Jim Benning to a multiyear contract extension Wednesday.
Benning has served four years in the role since joining the Canucks in May 2014.
"I'm grateful to the Aquilini family and to Trevor Linden for the commitment they've made to me and for their confidence in our long-term vision for the Vancouver Canucks," Benning said in a statement.
"I'm excited about the direction of our team and the depth and talent we continue to build.
"I believe we are on the right track and I am pleased to continue the work we started four years ago when we set out to build a championship team.