DoughtysCheck Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed forward Derek Ryan to a one-year contract worth $1.425 million, general manager Ron Francis announced Monday. "Derek proved he belonged in the NHL last season," Francis said. "He brings skill and versatility to our lineup and sets an example for our younger players with his character and determination off the ice." The 30-year-old registered career highs in goals (11), assists (18), and points (29) last season, and was a finalist for the Masterton Trophy, awarded to the player who best exemplifies qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to the game. Ryan was not drafted by an NHL club, and didn't crack the league until 2015 after signing with the Hurricanes as a free agent. Immediately prior to that, he was named MVP of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) in 2014-15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 This warms the cockles of my heart. Derek Ryan, like Tim Thomas, took the very longest possible path to join the NHL. Great for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-AJ- Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 Seems like a good deal. Maybe he can get even more on his next deal if he performs again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hortankin Posted June 26, 2017 Share Posted June 26, 2017 1 hour ago, Monty said: This warms the cockles of my heart. Derek Ryan, like Tim Thomas, took the very longest possible path to join the NHL. Great for him. Then I don't like him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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