US EditionRed Wings Sign Veteran Defenseman to Enhance Blue Line Depth
Travis Hamonic joins Detroit Red Wings on a one-year, $1 million deal to provide experienced defensive depth amid a crowded lineup for the upcoming NHL season.
- The Detroit Red Wings signed veteran right-shot defenseman Travis Hamonic to a one-year, $1 million contract on Friday to add depth to their blue line.
- Hamonic had just finished a four-year period with the Ottawa Senators, who made it into the postseason last year, but it became evident he was not included in their long-term roster strategy.
- The 34-year-old defenseman has played in 900 NHL games across multiple teams and is known for his defensive role, shot blocking, and shutdown presence despite recent seasons showing a decline in offensive production.
- Hamonic contributed seven points over the course of 59 games last season, averaging 17:04 minutes of ice time per game, and received the NHL Foundation Player Award in the 2016-17 season in recognition of his community involvement.
- The low-risk signing fits Steve Yzerman's offseason strategy of acquiring affordable defensemen to compete for roster spots and could provide coach Todd McLellan more options in a crowded defensive group.
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