Anaheim Ducks sign GM Bob Murray to extension

The Anaheim Ducks announced that the team has extended the contract of General Manager Bob Murray for two additional years through the 2021-22 NHL season.

“It’s an honor to work for a great organization, led by terrific ownership,” said Murray. “Having a successful franchise is a group effort, and I’m grateful for the efforts of many, including my entire hockey operations staff.”

A three-time finalist for NHL General Manager of the Year (won in 2013-14), Murray has led Anaheim to the playoffs the last six consecutive seasons (only Pittsburgh has a longer streak) and five consecutive 100+ point seasons (NHL’s longest active streak). The Ducks are the only Western Conference team to play in the Conference Finals in two of the last four seasons and have won a conference-leading 31 playoff games since 2014.

“Bob has created a winning organization with his commitment and expertise,” said Ducks Chief Executive Officer Michael Schulman. “We are very pleased to be in a position where expectations are high virtually every season, thanks in large part to Bob and his staff. We passionately share a common goal – bringing another Stanley Cup to Orange County.”

Despite his success, Murray faces some significant challenges with the current squad, as the team has struggled offensively throughout the season.

Murray has spent the last 44 consecutive years in the NHL. He joined the Ducks in 2005 and was named to his current role in 2008. Since Murray joined the Ducks, the club has been to the playoffs 11 times and Conference Finals four times. Murray played a key role behind the scenes in his first few years with Anaheim, helping the Ducks to the Stanley Cup in 2007.

Murray is approaching 1,000 games as an NHL General Manager (975 games: 188 with Chicago and 787 with Anaheim). He is the longest-serving General Manager in club history.

By Staff of TheDailySportsHerald.com and news services