Habs sign Michael Chaput and Kenny Agostino
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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.
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.
Monday was the deadline for teams to issue qualifying offers to their restricted free agents. While the Habs tendered offers to four players, they also are letting five others go.
Saturday was a busy day for the Habs who made five several trades involving draft picks while adding ten more prospects to the organization. Here is a closer look at all of their selections.
For the second straight year, the Habs selected a centre with their top pick, selecting Jesperi Kotkaniemi with the third overall pick on Friday night.