Charlie Coyle will be in Columbus for the long run.
The former Bruins forward signed a six-year contract extension with the Blue Jackets on Tuesday, the team announced.
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The deal carries an AAV of $6 million and runs through the 2031-32 season.
“Charlie made a tremendous impact on and off the ice for us last season and keeping him in Columbus was a priority,” Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell said in a statement. “He is the definition of a true pro, and a durable, reliable, productive right-shot center whose leadership, character and consistency are extremely valuable in this league. We are thrilled that he will continue to be a very important part of the Columbus Blue Jackets for years to come.”
Coyle, a Weymouth native, spent seven seasons with the Bruins before he was traded to the Colorado Avalanche during the 2024-25 deadline. Boston acquired Casey Mittelstadt, prospect Will Zellers and a 2025 second-round pick, which the Bruins used to draft Liam Pettersson.
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Coyle played in 19 games for the Avalanche before he was traded again in June to Columbus.
The 34-year-old scored 20 goals and added 38 assists for the Blue Jackets during the 2025-26 season. Coyle played in all 82 games.
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