Ducks sign Hagelin to 4-year deal reportedly worth $16 million
Carl Hagelin's got his wings.
The Anaheim Ducks signed the speedy winger to a four-year deal Friday worth a reported $16 million.
"I'm extremely excited to get over there and meet the guys," Hagelin said. "This roster has the possibility to do some big things."
Anaheim acquired Hagelin along with draft picks in a draft-day trade with the New York Rangers on June 27, in exchange for Emerson Etem and a second-round pick.
Hagelin played in all 82 games in 2014-15, scoring 17 goals for the second straight season, while recording a career-high 35 points. He averaged 15 minutes of ice time per game and has nine game-winning goals over the past two seasons.
The Swede added two goals and three assists in 19 playoff games.
I like that deal for the Ducks. I suspect Hagelin may have a couple "career peak" years coming up. https://t.co/1Yfzi2co2u
— Justin Bourne (@jtbourne) August 14, 2015
Depending on where Hagelin slots into the Ducks' lineup, he can improve upon his career-year totals in 2015-16, especially if he's given an increased, top-six role, and power-play minutes.
Anaheim has to replace Matt Beleskey's 22 goals from a season ago, after the winger signed with the Boston Bruins in free agency, so Hagelin's a good bet to start the season on the Ducks' second line with Ryan Kesler.