Rangers GM Chris Drury misses out on remaining top free agent
New York Rangers General Manager just missed out on another top free agent.
Earlier today, it was announced that
Daniel Sprong and the Vancouver Canucks have officially agreed to a contract deal.
The announcement was confirmed by NHL Insider, Elliotte Friedman as the top available free agent Daniel Sprong signed a one-year deal with the Vancouver Canucks with an $975,000 AVV.
Daniel Sprong to Vancouver
1 x $975K
Sprong was one of the top available free agents left on the free agent market and once again Chris Drury missed out on acquiring him.
The 27-year old right winger put up 18 goals, and 25 assists with the Detroit Red Wings in 76 regular season games, while adding depth to the Red Wings lineup.
Previously on NYRangersInsider
POLL |
JUILLET 20 | 81 ANSWERS Rangers GM Chris Drury misses out on remaining top free agent Do you think Daniel Sprong would have been a good fit for the New York Rangers? |
Yes | 40 | 49.4 % |
No | 41 | 50.6 % |
List of polls |
|
35 minutes ago | By Joshua Deeds Elliotte Friedman reveals the New York Rangers are set to acquire former 8th overall pick for free |
|
2 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Peter Laviolette takes a cheap shot at Arthur Kaliyev while explaining why he's being benched |
|
4 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Tragic news strikes as famous NHL Executive and broadcaster Shawn Simpson passes at 56-years old |
|
5 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Unexpected Rangers defenseman emerges as potential replacement for upcoming 4-Nations Face-Off |
|
6 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Peter Laviolette Expected To Discipline An Unexpected New York Rangers Forward |
|
8 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Peter Laviolette facing major criticism regarding controversial move with Rangers power play units |
|
10 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Major development has surfaced in the New York Rangers becoming sellers at the trade deadline |
|
20 hours ago | By Hunter Bowman Will Borgen stuns fans as he reveals his true feelings on being with the Rangers organization |