Casey Cizikas is comfortable in Brooklyn.

The New York Islanders announced on Thursday that the 25-year-old centre has agreed to a five-year extension with the club.

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Newsday's Arthur Staple reports the deal is worth $16.75 million.

"Casey has developed into a highly dependable two-way center and we’re pleased to sign him through 2021," Islanders Garth Snow said in a statement. "His energy and passion both on the ice and in the community, make him an invaluable piece of our lineup."

A native of Toronto, Cizikas had eight goals and 21 assists in 80 games for the team last season, his fifth campaign in the NHL. He added three assists in 11 playoff contests.

"I’m thrilled to remain a New York Islander for the next five years," Cizikas said in a statement. "The organization has been first class ever since I was drafted and we’ve come so far as a team during my time hear. I’m excited to continue to be a part of this group as we build towards the ultimate goal, the Stanley Cup."

Cizikas was originally selected in the fourth round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft out of the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors of the Ontario Hockey League. In 290 career games, Cizikas has 29 goals and 53 assists.