Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced that the organization has re-signed defenseman Derek Forbort to a one-year, $2 million contract extension.
General Manager Patrik Allvin announced today that the #Canucks have agreed to terms with defenceman Derek Forbort on a one-year contract with a $2M AAV.
After the announcement, Allvin made a statement on the signing:
«Bringing Derek back for another season is an important move for our group,» said Allvin. «His strong defensive play and solid work on the penalty kill really helped solidify our back end this past year.
Derek has a strong voice in the room and some impressive leadership qualities, and we will look to him to help our team continue to grow and improve this coming season.»
Forbort only saw 35 games with the Boston Bruins during the 2023-24 season, and didn't really have a place on their blueline anymore.