Emile Francis, who guided the Hartford Whalers...

Emile Francis, who guided the Hartford Whalers from last place to fourth place in the overall NHL standings in four seasons as president and general manager, signed a new five-year contract, the team announced.

Francis’ new contract is worth about $1.2 million to $1.3 million over the five years, according to sources close to the Whalers. He still has one year remaining on his original five-year contract.