Canucks re-sign Finnish forward Jarkko Ruutu

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) - The Vancouver Canucks re-signed winger Jarkko Ruutu on Thursday to a one-year contract worth $600,000.

In three seasons with the Canucks, the Finn had 13 goals and 21 assists in 185 games. Ruutu spent the 2004-05 season with HIFK Helsinki of the Finnish league, where he had 10 goals and 18 assists.

"We are very excited to once again have Jarkko Ruutu in our lineup," Canucks general manager Dave Nonis said in a statement. "His competitive nature is infectious and we look forward to another strong season from him."

The Canucks are still negotiating with restricted free agent Matt Cooke, who wants a raise from his $627,000 qualifying offer.

The forward was promoted to the top line in 2004 when Todd Bertuzzi was suspended and finished with 11 goals and 12 assists.