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The Minnesota Wild re-signed goaltender Josh Harding to a three-year contract on Tuesday. Jacoby Jones Jersey . "I love being here, I love the city, I love the fans," Harding said. "It was really important for me to stay here and work towards my goal (of being a starting goaltender in the NHL)." The 28-year-old Harding was scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, had he chosen to test the free agent market. The Minneapolis Star Tribune is reporting the deal is worth $5.7 million over three years. "I like the way the organization is heading and I want to be a part of it," Harding said. "Were maturing, were still young and have a lot of talent. Im ready to get back at it." Harding missed the entire 2010-11 season with a devastating knee injury. However, the netminder spent a full year rehabbing and was signed to a one-year contract with Minnesota last summer. He came back strong, posting 13 wins, .917 goals against average and a 2.62 save percentage. He was named the NHLs First Star of the Week ending Nov. 7. "Last year was a big stepping stone, but its just a start," Harding said. "I know I have a lot more to give." Re-signing Harding gives Minnesota two proven NHL-caliber goaltenders returning next season. Harding and Niklas Backstrom helped backstop the Wild to the best record in the NHL before a multitude of injuries sidetracked the team. However, Harding believes the club became stronger because of the adversity. "We went through the downfall last year," Harding said about the Wilds midseason struggles. "You have to learn from your mistakes, weve been there before and know what to change." Eventually, the Regina, Saskatchewan native would like to be a starting goaltender in the NHL. He believes the three-year deal gives him an opportunity to do so in Minnesota. "Ever since I was drafted Ive wanted to be the number one goalie for the Minnesota Wild," Harding said. "Obviously thats not going to be given to me. "Hopefully, one day, Ill be able to take over." Justin Tucker Womens Jersey . After playing only 11 games at Duke, he was deemed good enough to be the No. Terrell Suggs Womens Jersey . The one-time use of the amnesty clause allows Scola to leave without his remaining contract counting against the teams salary cap or luxury tax. http://www.officialusravensshop.com/jameel-mcclain-jerseys-1 . The next time up, he did a lot better. Johnson hit a grand slam in his Diamondbacks debut, helping Arizona beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-2. "I just want to try to contribute somehow. Ray Lewis Limited Jersey . Collins hurt his neck while trying to make a tackle in the Packers Sept. 18 victory at Carolina, an injury that ended his season and required surgery. Agent Alan Herman said Collins has not decided whether he will attempt to play for another team. Torrey Smith Womens Jersey . Muto finished his fifth Japan Tour title at 18-under-par 266. He opened his round at Izumigaoka Country Club with birdies on the first and fourth.A person familiar with the situation says catcher A.J. Pierzynski has passed a physical, clearing the way for a one-year deal with the Texas Rangers. That person spoke on condition of anonymity Friday because the Rangers had not added Pierzynski to their 40-man roster. With the Major League Baseball office closed for Christmas, the deal wont becomee official until at least next week. Anthony Allen Jersey. Pierzynski underwent a physical Friday. The deal comes after the Rangers lost catcher Mike Napoli in free agency. Pierzynski, who turns 36 later this month, hit .278 with a career-high 27 homers and 77 RBIs, matching a career best, in 135 games for the Chicago White Sox last season. ' ' '