The Blue Jackets have signed left wing Vinny Prospal to a one-year contract extension through the 2012-13 season, club Executive Vice President and GM Scott Howson announced today. Prospal has registered nine goals and 24 assists for 33 points and 18 penalty minutes in 53 games with the Blue Jackets this season. He ranks second on the club in points and is third (tied) in goals. "We are very excited to have Vinny signed for another year," said Howson. "His leadership and play on the ice have certainly been positives for us this season."