Versteeg picks Flames over Oilers, signs 1-year deal

Kris Versteeg is heading down to Calgary.

The veteran forward, who'd been at Edmonton Oilers training camp on a pro tryout offer, has signed a one-year deal with the Flames, the team announced Tuesday.

The deal is believed to be worth $950,000, per TSN's Darren Dreger.

The Oilers did not simply allow Versteeg to walk, however, as head coach Todd McLellan confirmed a contract offer was made to the winger.

Versteeg appeared to have an edge in terms of earning a roster spot in Edmonton after Nail Yakupov was sent to St. Louis, but this move now suggests top draft pick Jesse Puljujarvi will be in the lineup come opening night.

Versteeg, a two-time Stanley Cup champion with Chicago, recorded 15 goals and 23 assists in 77 games split between Carolina and Los Angeles last season.