Kraken ink Johansson to 1-year, $1.5M deal

The Seattle Kraken signed veteran free-agent forward Marcus Johansson to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million, the team announced Friday.

"Marcus plays a fast game and brings us another veteran presence with a significant amount of playoff experience," said general manager Ron Francis. "His speed, skill, and versatility will help our forward group."

Johansson spent last season with the Minnesota Wild, his fourth club in three campaigns. He registered 14 points across 36 games and was held off the scoresheet in three playoff contests.

The 30-year-old played his first seven NHL seasons with the Washington Capitals. He's also had stints with the New Jersey Devils, Boston Bruins, and Buffalo Sabres.

The Capitals drafted Johansson in the first round in 2009. He's recorded 378 points across 684 career games.