Laval signs five players to AHL deals
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While the Habs have added some AHL depth with the signings of Michael Chaput and Kenny Agostino, they have been quite active signing players to minor league deals as well.
While the Habs have added some AHL depth with the signings of Michael Chaput and Kenny Agostino, they have been quite active signing players to minor league deals as well.
After adding some depth players in free agency, the Habs turned their focus to Laval, inking centre Michael Chaput to a two-year, two-way deal and winger Kenny Agostino to a one-year, two-way pact.
Montreal’s Sunday signing spree continues with the team announcing that they have signed Jesperi Kotkaniemi to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Centre depth appears to be a focus for the Habs in free agency. After inking Tomas Plekanec, the team has also added Matthew Peca on a two-year, $2.6 million contract.
As had been speculated earlier in the week, the Habs have inked defenceman Xavier Ouellet to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal is worth $700,000 in the NHL and guarantees $350,000 in total.
It’s a move that comes as no real surprise but the Habs are bringing back centre Tomas Plekanec on a one-year contract. The deal carries a base salary of $2.25 million and could be worth up to $3.5 million with incentives.
Steve Mason’s time with Montreal didn’t last very long. After acquiring him Saturday morning, the Habs played him on unconditional waivers for the purposes of a buyout.
The Habs have made a move in advance of free agency but it’s not one many were expecting. Montreal has added winger Joel Armia, goalie Steve Mason, and a pair of draft picks from Winnipeg in exchange for Simon Bourque.
While the Habs already have quite a few defencemen under contract, they’re still likely to be pursuing some blueliners on the open market. Here are some of the players to watch for.
Sunday, July 1st at noon EST marks the official beginning of the free agency period although teams began to talk with pending UFA’s as early as Monday. As usual, a flurry of activity is expected; make your predictions on who lands where in our free agency pool.