KANSAS CITY, Mo. 12th Fan Authentic Jersey . -- Royals general manager Dayton Moore will have at least two more years to prove that he can get the once-wayward franchise that he took over in 2006 back to the playoffs. After leading Kansas City to its best record in more than 20 years this past season, Moore was rewarded with a two-year contract extension Friday. The new deal, the financial terms of which were not disclosed, would keep him in charge of baseball operations through the 2016 season. "When Daytons contract was extended during the 2009 season, I felt that this franchise had begun to turn the corner and that we were pointed in the proper direction," Royals president Dan Glass said in a statement. "Its been a challenging process, but we are now seeing tangible evidence that the process is working." Moore took over an organization that would lose at least 100 games for the third straight season in 2006. But he quickly set about rebuilding the Royals farm system, using savvy moves and intelligent drafts to build it into one of the most talented in baseball. Many of those homegrown players have matriculated to the major leagues over the past couple of seasons. Among those who contributed to an 86-76 finish, the Royals best since the 1989 season, were Gold Glove first baseman Eric Hosmer, All-Star catcher Salvador Perez and All-Star closer Greg Holland, all of whom arrived in Kansas City under Moores watch. The Royals have also locked up several of their homegrown stars to long-term, club-friendly contracts, including Perez and Gold Glove outfield Alex Gordon. "Im very proud of the entire organization," Moore said, "especially our scouting and player development departments for their dedication and commitment to the Royals. Its a tremendous honour and privilege to work with Mr. Glass, Dan and the entire family." The Royals rewarded manager Ned Yost with a two-year extension in October, which meant that for the past couple months hed been working on a longer contract than his boss. Moore had said all along he wasnt worried about a new deal getting done. The team has been modest in free agency this off-season. The Royals are likely losing right-hander Ervin Santana, but theyve already signed left-hander Jason Vargas to a four-year, $32 million contract. Theyre also looking to upgrade in right field and at second base. Moore was born in Wichita, Kan., and grew up a Royals fan. He played baseball at Garden City (Kan.) Community College before graduating from George Mason. After a brief stint as a college coach, he joined the Atlanta Braves as a scout, and slowly rose through the ranks. He took over as assistant general manager in 2005, and interview for the Royals vacancy created by the firing of Allard Baird a couple of months later. 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Versteeg, the teams leading scorer with 20 goals, returned to the lineup after missing Wednesdays game against the Capitals with the flu. He still suffered from its effects and says he felt "pretty much terrible" before the game. "Its been a rough little go over the last few days," Versteeg said. "Hopefully over the next little while I start to feel better, but a win always makes you feel pretty good." Bryan Little scored for Winnipeg and Chris Mason made 28 saves. Winnipeg lost for the ninth straight time when playing the second of consecutive games. The Jets are have been shut out twice and outscored 36-7 in those. "If youre going to be a good team, you have to learn to win these games," Little said. "We cant use that as an excuse. Every team in the league has to play back-to-back games." Winnipeg has scored two goals or less in last five games and nine of the last 11. "Our team right now cant give up 20 minutes of free play and expect youre going to be able to win the game," Jets coach Claude Noel said. "Do I like the one goal we get every game? No. Would I Iike to see it change? Yes. Do I coach that way? No. Thats what we have, but theres still a way to win the games." The Jets tied it 1-1 on Littles goal in the second. Little grabbed a loose puck and took a wrist shot fromm the left circle. Bruce Irvin Blue Jersey. The puck went between Clemmensens pads at 11:29. Florida regained the lead about three minutes later. Marcel Goc passed the puck from behind the net to Bergenheim, who was waiting in front of the crease. His wrister got past Mason at 14:27. The Panthers increased its hold on first place in the Southeast Division, moving three points ahead of the Capitals (56) and five points ahead of Winnipeg (54). "We know whats at stake every game and weve got to start putting a long winning streak together instead of winning one and losing one," Versteeg said. The Panthers took a 1-0 lead on Versteegs power-play goal in the first period. Versteeg took a pass from Mikael Samuelsson at the left circle. His slapshot got between Masons right skate and the post at 15:46. Versteeg now has six goals and two assists in the past three games against Winnipeg. The last seven games for the Panthers have been decided by two goals or less. "If you look at our record in the last two months, so many tight games, close games, I like the idea that were building up some resiliency and some character," Panthers coach Kevin Dineen said. "I think that will pay up for us down the line. Wed like to have a game where we have a little breathing room, but were getting used to these kinds of games and its the nature of the league right now." 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