The Utah Mammoth have reportedly signed winger Brandon Tanev to a three-year deal worth $2.5 million annually.
Tanev, 33, is a veteran forward who split last season between the Seattle Kraken and the Winnipeg Jets after being traded at the deadline for a second-round pick.
His new salary is $1 million less than his previous deal.
Tanev is perhaps best known among casual hockey fans for his unique headshots at the start of each season. He’s a character guy who will bring just as much off the ice as he brings on it.
“He’s got some bang in his game, and that’s what we love about him,” said general manager Bill Armstrong in a press conference Tuesday afternoon. “He’s got determination. He wants to make a difference physically. He can kill some penalties. He can play on your second, third line, he can get out there and give you some energy.”
In 79 games last season, Tanev scored 10 goals and 22 points. He’s the younger brother of Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev.
Other Utah Mammoth news
Additional Tuesday transactions regarding the Mammoth include:
- Scott Perunovich signed (one-year, two-way, league-minimum deal).
- Kailer Yamamoto re-signed (one-year, two-way, league-minimum deal).
- Nick Bjugstad left to the St. Louis Blues via free agency.