He's not great but it's a pretty inoffensive contract. Ottawa is likely bottom 10 this season so if he does well it could net them a fourth or something. If he does poorly than they just ride it out for him to go overseas next year.
Don’t understand how people think this is a bad signing. He had one rough year after having 5 consecutive seasons of 40+ points. He started playing better when he got traded to MIN too, Pittsburgh just wasn’t the place for him. He’s only 26. Very tradable contract come the deadline.
Sure, why not? His (underlynig) stats in Minnesota were very decent and he could be a 18G 40P guy. I'm not a fan of him, but this contract won't hurt the Sens
Potential trade chip at next season's deadline. Also very low-risk. I expect at least a slight bounce back. He has good talent offensively. He should be near 15G/35points with his skill level.