Blues Sign Reaves to Two-Year Extension

[Thrillhouse]

ST. LOUIS – St. Louis Blues Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced today the club has signed forward Ryan Reaves to a two-year contract extension.

“Ryan has shown dedication and a strong work ethic in working his way up through our organization,” said Armstrong. “His energy and tenacity on the ice are and will continue to be an important part of our team moving forward.”

Reaves, 24, has appeared in 25 games for the Blues this season serving 48 penalty minutes. Last season in his rookie year, the 6’1, 229-pound forward recorded four points (two goals, two assists) and 78 penalty minutes in 28 games with the Blues including his NHL debut on Oct. 11, 2010 against Anaheim.

The Winnipeg, Manitoba native was originally drafted by the Blues in the 5th round, 156th overall, of the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.

[straka91]

Love it, Reaves is the man. Downisde is ths pretty much makes Peluso's chance of making it to the big club impossible without Reaves going down with injury though.

[Gunslinger]

Reaves can handle the heavy lifting and his overall game(I know, I know)is slowly improving. At least to the point where he may keep getting steady icetime.

[bustoff]

He is improving play wise and Hitch likes the way he goes to the net. I'd like to see Peluso get a chance at the big club too.

[smashem]

I like this kid, he is the new age of fighting. Not sure how he plays the game in itself. But love his fighting game

[chilly666]

$1.2 million, both years are one-way

[frankie515]

Nice, I like it as well....if he goes down I think Peluso will get the call (hopefully)

[bruiser11]

Always good news when a player like Reaves gets signed to an extension.

[Gunslinger]

Originally Posted by frankie515

Nice, I like it as well....if he goes down I think Peluso will get the call (hopefully)

Being a one way deal you won't see him going anywhere.

[BOSTONMASSACRE]

Good for Reaves kids having a good year so far.