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Rangers Sign Oliver Bjorkstrand for One Year
2 Jul
Summary
- Oliver Bjorkstrand signed a one-year deal worth $4.5 million.
- He brings nine consecutive seasons with over 30 points.
- Bjorkstrand previously played for the Blue Jackets, Kraken, and Lightning.
The Rangers have secured a significant addition to their middle-six forward lineup by signing Oliver Bjorkstrand. The deal, worth $4.5 million for one year, brings a veteran presence and consistent offensive production to the team. Bjorkstrand has achieved over 30 points in each of his last nine NHL seasons, a level of reliability the Rangers have sought.
Last season, Bjorkstrand contributed 32 points in 80 games for the Tampa Bay Lightning. This move marks his fourth NHL team across an 11-year career, having previously played for the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Seattle Kraken. Over 704 games, he has accumulated 184 goals and 232 assists.