Corey Perry Makes A Statement After Officially Signing With The Oilers
Corey Perry has inked a league-minimum deal with the Edmonton Oilers, bringing a veteran presence to their bottom-six.
The $775K AAV adds depth to a team looking to strengthen its lineup. Perry's signing follows a press conference where he addressed inquiries about his tenure with the Blackhawks. E
xpressing gratitude for the support system that aided his personal growth, Perry acknowledged his struggles with alcohol, contract termination, and unconditional waivers.
«It's been a long time to get back to this spot, to be back on that ice with players in the NHL,» Perry said. «I have to thank my family, my friends, all the support I have gotten, the support from my counsellors, and just try to better myself each and every day It's been a world of difference the help I've gotten.»
Eager to contribute to the playoff-bound Oilers, Perry looks ahead, drawing on his extensive 1,273-game experience, 421 goals, 471 assists, and 892 points, emphasizing his playoff prowess.
As seen on bladeofsteel
POLL |
Did you think Perry was going to sign with the Oilers? |
Yes | 328 | 48 % |
No | 355 | 52 % |
List of polls |
|
8 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Ex-Bruins Defenseman To Retire After Getting Just One Contract Offer |
|
12 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin NHL Insider Revealed The Official Offer The Bruins Gave Jim Montgomery Before Firing Him |
|
14 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Bruins Head Coach Joe Sacco Confirms A Interesting Roster Change Involving A Veteran Forward |
|
14 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Joe Sacco Makes A Controversial Goaltending Decision Ahead of Game Vs Canucks |
|
15 hours ago | By Austin Sabourin Ex-NHL Prospect Pronounced Dead At The Tragic Age Of 44 Years-Old |
|
18 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Bruins instantly linked to former 50 goal scorer after team places him on the trading block |
|
19 hours ago | By Joshua Deeds Three-star players linked to the Boston Bruins according to insider |
|
Nov 25 | By Austin Sabourin Jim Montgomery Made A Statement To The Boston Bruins Organization After First Game With St. Louis |
Previously on Bruins Insider