The Calgary Sun · Jul 1, 2016
Shawn Matthias first free-agent snag for Jets [Video]
Shawn Matthias, who split time with the Colorado Avalanche and Toronto Maple Leafs last season, is joining the Winnipeg Jets on a two-year deal. (Topher Seguin/Postmedia Network)The Winnipeg Jets are adding another experienced forward to their group after agreeing to terms with Shawn Matthias.
Matthias, 28, has been added on a two-year deal that carries an average annual value of $2.125 million.
The versatile forward can play centre or wing and had 12 goals and 28 points in 71 games for the Colorado Avalanche and Toronto Maple Leafs last season.
Matthias, chosen 47th overall in the 2006 NHL Draft by the Detroit Red Wings, has 81 goals, 78 assists and 159 points in 479 NHL games.