Kris Versteeg

Edmonton Oilers to Sign RW Kris Versteeg: Report

Published Jun. 30, 2017 6:28 p.m. ET

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The Edmonton Oilers will reportedly sign Kris Versteeg to a contract, as per multiple league sources. He attended Oilers training camp on a PTO, and has seemingly earned a spot.

Mark Spector first reported the news, mentioning that the two sides are close to coming to terms on a deal. Versteeg, a two-time Stanley Cup champion, decided to report to Oilers camp after speaking with multiple teams.

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The right winger spent time split between Carolina and Los Angeles in 2015-16. Through 77 games, he scored 38 points (15 G, 23 A) and put up 1.7 points per 60. He also proved well defensively, and had a relative Corsi of over 6.1.

Versteeg is a great winger with top-six potential, and also possesses the ability to play a strong two-way game. Not to mention, he has impeccable skill with the puck, and in addition to that, he knows how to create offensive opportunties. To add, 30-year-old forward can also play well without the puck, and can be a factor defensively.

Versteeg has proved himself worthy of a spot with a strong performance at camp. He definitely earned a contract, and will be an asset on the right side.

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