Golden Knights sign F Keegan Kolesar to extension

The Vegas Golden Knights signed forward Keegan Kolesar to a three-year, $7.5 million contract extension through the 2027-28 season.

Kolesar, 27, is in his sixth season with Vegas, acquired June 24, 2017, from Columbus for a second-round pick in that year's draft.

In 29 games this season, he has 11 points (seven goals, four assists). He leads Vegas in hits with 90.

All 304 of his career NHL games have been played with the Golden Knights, and he has tallied 84 points (33 goals, 51 assists).

He is one shy of his career high in goals, when he reached eight twice (2022-23, 2023-24) in 70-plus games each season.