Overview
- Vancouver announced a one-year, $1.1 million contract for David Kämpf on Nov. 15 following his release from Toronto.
- Toronto placed Kämpf on unconditional waivers for contract termination on Nov. 13, he cleared, and the sides mutually ended his deal to make him a UFA.
- Kämpf had been assigned to the AHL Marlies, played four games with one assist, then left the team and was suspended without pay on Nov. 2.
- The Maple Leafs explored trades but found limited market interest tied to his $2.4 million AAV, remaining term and bonus structure.
- Canucks GM Patrik Allvin called Kämpf a reliable two-way centre expected to bolster depth, faceoff results and a struggling penalty kill, with a roster move to follow to meet the 23-man limit.