Derek Stepan earns new deal with Carolina Hurricanes

Derek Stepan certainly made the most of his professional tryout with the Carolina Hurricanes. After scoring 3 goals and 4 points in three preseason games with the Canes, GM Don Waddell has announced the signing of Stepan to a contract for the 2022-23 season.

"Having Derek in Carolina last season, we know what he brings to the table and what he adds to our team," said Waddell. "He gives us additional forward depth and provides us with yet another veteran presence in the locker room."

Stepan's contract is for one year, and pays the 32-year-old veteran $750,000.

Stepan has now played more than 800 regular season games in the NHL, amassing 504 points in the process (177 G, 327A). He's also taken part in another 109 playoff games. Last season with the Carolina Hurricanes, Stepan played in 58 games, scoring 9 goals and 10 assists.

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