Shortly after informing Ducks general manager Bob Murray that he will put off retirement for at least one more year, Niedermayer said expects to re-sign with the team, quite possibly before Wednesday, when he stands to become an unrestricted free agent.
“I think it will work out,” Niedermayer said. “I don’t think I have a concern that it won’t.
“I guess nothing is written in stone. Bob and I spoke briefly. We didn’t have a long discussion about that (a new contract), but we probably will later tonight or tomorrow. Obviously, Bob has to deal with the big picture for the team. That affects everybody involved. I guess I have to hear his side of it, and then I will have a better idea.”
Murray was busy Friday with the NHL entry draft, which began at 4 p.m. in Montreal and continues Saturday.
“I’m excited,” Niedermayer said. “I’m excited to have at least one more year in the NHL, competing in the NHL and playing hockey.”
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