NHL Signings & Free Agents

The team's third round pick in 2010 scored seven goals and 38 points through 73 games in the WHL, split between the Tri-City Americans and Calgary Hitmen.

Last season Pandolfo scored two goals for six points over 12 games with the AHL's Springfield Falcons. He likely adds depth to the team's fourth line.

Strome impressed last season in the OHL, scoring 33 goals and 106 points. His excellent season led many to believe he could be this season's Jeff Skinner. Keep an eye on where Strome lands where the season begins.

Emery's signing signifies the team wants a veteran to help push Corey Crawford. With Anaheim, the Hamilton, Ont. native won seven of 10 starts with a 2.28 GAA and .926 SV%. Look for him to improve on his below average preseason.

If Brunnstrom could succeed anywhere in the NHL, it would be with Detroit. The 26-year-old holds 19 goals and 40 points through 99 career NHL games, which would indicate he has potential similar to a Red Wings forward like Jiri Hudler. Keep the Swedish import in the very back of your mind as he could make an impact filling in for injured Wings.

As one of the better offensive players during the preseason, Scheifele signs his entry-level contract. Scheifele scored 22 goals and 75 points in 66 games with the Barrie Colts of the OHL. Expect at least a nine-game tryout with the big club.

Martindale inks a deal following a 34-goal, 83-point season for the Ottawa 67's. He could play another season in the OHL or possibly find a spot in the AHL.

Hunter should provide a veteran presence on the revamped third line. Last season he only produced four points in 17 games but topped 10 goals six times and 20 goals twice over his seven-year career. Look for him to pot at least 10 if fully healthy.

Staios should help solidify the team's defense but has never scored more than eight goals and 28 points in a season. Pass in every possible format.

Feel free to draft him as early as the second round with the understanding he may start the season slowly.

Chimera is a very capable winger who can play anywhere between the second and fourth lines. Last season he scored 10 goals and 26 points through 81 games. Expect him to fight for his playing time over the year.

Campoli could improve in a full season with Montreal after falling out of favor in Ottawa then playing a minor role in Chicago. The former 7th round pick scored four goals and 21 points last season but he could hit 30 points if played in the right situations. The Canadiens have a lethal PP with one offensive defenseman seemingly on a breakout campaign. My guess: Campoli or Yannick Weber.

No immediate fantasy value in the AHL.

Milan scored 14 goals and 38 points last season as a member of the Moncton Wildcats. At only 19, he likely returns to the QMJHL next season.

The 19-year-old probably returns to Juniors for at least one more season. Elson scored 16 goals and 31 points last season with the Red Deer Rebels but is known more for his physical play. Look for him to take at least one year to make the AHL.

The 20-year-old probably returns to Juniors for his overage season. Martin scored 11 goals and 29 points last season for the Kootenay Ice. Look for him to play in the AHL next season.

Jensen was selected this past summer as the 30th overall pick by the Canucks. He scored 29 goals and 58 points in his first season in North America. He likely returns to the Oshawa Generals for at least one more season.

Following back-to-back 96 point seasons in the QMJHL, Couturier has very little to prove at the Junior level. The pivot could convert into a left wing at some point this season, if he sticks with the big club.

Umberger scored a career-high 57 points last season and improve even further with added playing time. Considering Jeff Carter and Tomas Kubalik are already down with assorted ailments, Umberger could find himself back on the top line sooner rather than later.