Predators re-sign Teemu Laakso

On Wednesday, the Nashville Predators announced that defenseman Teemu Laakso has signed a one-year, two-way contract with the club. The deal is worth $675,000 at the NHL level and $105,000 at the AHL level.

The 24 year old has spent most of last season in Milwaukee, but was called up to Nashville on three occasions, including during the Predators playoff run. Laakso did see action in one contest for the Predators on October 23rd. In three seasons, Laakso has played 8 games for the Predators.

In 152 games for Milwaukee, Laakso has recorded 14 goals and 38 assists for 52 points. During the 2010-11 campaign, Laakso picked up 8 goals and 22 assists for 30 points in 74 games.

Laakso isn’t expected to be on the opening night roster for the Predators, but if needed can fill a stay-at-home defenceman role in case of injury.

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