Kings Sign Corey Perry to 1-Year Deal

The Los Angeles Kings have signed veteran forward Corey Perry to a one-year contract worth $1 million, according to Elliotte Friedman.

Perry Rejoins the Kings

Perry started last season with the Kings before being traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning. In 72 games between the two teams, he scored 17 goals and recorded 37 points. He played in all seven playoff games with the Bolts but did not record a point.

Perry has played for six teams over his 21 seasons in the NHL. In 1,464 games, the Ontario native has scored 465 goals and has recorded 972 points. He will enter his 22nd season on milestone watch, being just 28 points shy of 1,000.

Perry’s best season came in 2010-11, when he scored 50 goals for the Anaheim Ducks. Furthermore, Perry won the Hart and Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophy that season.

Perry Brings Leadership and Experience Back to LA

The 41-year-old brings a great deal of experience back to the Kings. He has played all over the league in different roles. He is no stranger to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and has played in the Final six times, winning it with the Ducks in 2007.

In addition to his leadership and experience, Perry remains a productive player on the ice. He continues to score between 10 and 20 goals a season. Even in his 40s, the Lightning still trusted him enough to put him on their second line. Father Time is undefeated, but this is a risk worth taking for the Kings.

Last Dance?

At 41 years old, this could be Perry’s last run at a second Stanley Cup. Given that this new season will be the 20th anniversary of Perhisry’s first, it would be interesting if he got his hands on Lord Stanley again, possibly in his last season.

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