Anaheim Ducks Sign Carl Hagelin to Four-Year Deal

The Anaheim Ducks have signed Carl Hagelin to a four-year deal worth $16 million. The Swedish forward, who was a restricted free agent, was traded from the New York Rangers to the Ducks in June. Negotiations between Hagelin and the Ducks have been dragging along but neither party seemed concern.

"I can't say I was nervous that nothing was going to happen," Hagelin said in a phone interview reported by CBS Los Angeles. "It's just a matter of finding the right term and the right number. They made a commitment to me... and it's a perfect fit. You have some security going into the season, being wanted and feeling like you can be a big part of the team. They're committed to me, and I'm committed to them."

He added, "It's an exciting time (for the Ducks).You look at the roster we have, there's so many good players. There's a great opportunity to do big things with this team. I'm extremely motivated. I'm ready to head over there right now. I just want to leave right now."

With the Rangers, Hagelin recorded 58 goals and 72 assists in 266 games. In this past season's 82 games, he had 17 goals and 18 assists. He has also played in the 2014 Stanley Cup Final with the Rangers and won a silver medal with the Swedish Olympic Team in Sochi, Russia.

The Ducks recently signed Ryan Kesler and Jakob Silfverberg to new long-term deals as well. They currently have 10 players who are signed for the next three years.