Joe Resnick, Nash's agent, confirmed the deal to 10TV's Dan Fronczak from Toronto.

Nash, who is entering the final year of his current contract, will make $7 million in 2009-10.

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According to Resnick, Nash will earn $7.5 million in 2010-11. His yearly salary will increase each year until he makes $8.2 million in 2017-18.

Todd Sharrock, vice president of Blue Jackets media relations, said a news conference will be held next week.

Nash led the Jackets this past season in goals (40), points (79) and assists (39).

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