Isles Sign Witt to a Contract Extension

The New York Islanders have signed Brendan Witt to a 2 year contract extension. Witt will earn $3 million a season. He is now under contract through the 2010-2011 season.

"Over the last two seasons, Brendan has been a warrior for us on the ice and a great leader off the ice," said Islanders General Manager Garth Snow. "We're thrilled to keep him in an Islanders uniform."

"My family and I are excited to stay on Long Island for the next three years. We love the community and our fans, and I couldn't be happier," said Witt. "I want to thank the Islanders organization and the fans for making Long Island our home."

After signing a three-year contract with the Islanders in July 2006, Witt's contract would have expired in July 2009. It now runs two years after, and the contract will expire in July 2011.