Vulcan (CP) As the UFA list started to dwindle, so did the chances of the Mind Melds signing a man to run the PP. Although stocked with some defencemen with some offensive firepower (e.g. Wescott and Jackman) GM Khoo didn't have a man that has been a go to guy in the past. He addressed that yesterday as former Calder winner Bryan Berard signed to a one year contract.
Bryan Berard ($1,200,000): The oft-injured Berard has had a tough career with injuries over the past several years. First it was the infamous eye incident courtesy of Hossa and now his recurring back problems. "I didn't have many options at the start but as other defencemen came off market the interest picked up immediately. Hopefully I can stay healthy this year and put up the offensive numbers I know I'm capable of."
GM Khoo's Thoughts: "Berard has had such an up and down career but there is no denying his talent. His health is always a question mark but we had the budget to fit him in and see what he can do. He's a big boost to our power play."
With some room in their budget still to go and a full 23 man roster, look for some minor signings in the next couple of days as the pre-season gets kicked off.
Fur Engee(CP)
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