In response to PuckPedia, former Edmonton Oilers ahead Sam Gagner is about to signal a PTO with the Carolina Hurricanes. The veteran is on the lookout for a group to play with for the 2024-25 season and whereas not an everyday, he feels he nonetheless has one thing left to supply.
The Oilers weren’t going to convey Gagner again contemplating their depth at ahead and the Hurricanes have room to provide Gagner a shot. The Hurricanes took some hits in free company this offseason, however they’re nonetheless projected to be a superb group that will need some veteran depth.
Gagner performed in 28 video games for the Oilers final season and scored 5 targets with 10 factors. He added 9 factors in 15 video games with the Oilers’ AHL affiliate Bakersfield Condors.
If he indicators a contract, it’s seemingly that he’ll be inked to a two-way deal, spending time between the AHL and NHL. He can present veteran management, expertise, and a few energy play minutes, ought to a group want somebody with some offensive expertise.
He has totaled 197 targets and 529 factors over 1,043 video games, enjoying for the Oilers, Arizona Coyotes, Philadelphia Flyers, Columbus Blue Jackets, Vancouver Canucks, Detroit Crimson Wings, and Winnipeg Jets.
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