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Canucks Sign David Kämpf to One-Year, $1.1 Million Deal After Maple Leafs Split

Vancouver moved quickly for depth down the middle after the veteran’s contract termination in Toronto.

Toronto Maple Leafs forward David Kampf. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • David Kämpf finalized a one-year, $1.1 million contract with Vancouver on Saturday after clearing waivers following his departure from the Maple Leafs.
  • General manager Patrik Allvin praised Kämpf’s defensive detail and penalty-killing value and said there was a possibility he could debut Monday against the Panthers.
  • Vancouver targeted help at center due to injuries to Filip Chytil and Teddy Blueger, recent AHL call-ups, a league-worst 67.2% penalty kill, and a 46.3% faceoff rate.
  • Kämpf’s move followed a mutual termination in Toronto after an AHL demotion, with the 30-year-old forfeiting roughly $3 million in guarantees to secure NHL ice time ahead of the Olympics.
  • Montreal also made a pitch, according to Elliotte Friedman, but Kämpf chose Vancouver and posted a farewell thanking Toronto while saying he is excited for the Canucks.