July 7, 2008 | 12:30pm ET
Flames sign free-agent Bertuzzi TheFourthPeriod.com
The Calgary Flames bolstered their lineup today, signing unrestricted free agent forward Todd Bertuzzi to a one-year contract worth $1.95 million.
"Todd is a proven scorer with the ability to play both wings" said Flames GM Darryl Sutter. "He expressed to us that he wanted to play in Canada and that desire along with signing him to a one year deal was important to our philosophy. He wanted to play on a good team and it fit our money.
"Additionally, our captain, Jarome Iginla, was a strong supporter of Todd and wanted him on our team."
Last season with the Anaheim Ducks, Bertuzzi recorded 14 goals and 40 points in 68 games.
In 793 career NHL games with Vancouver, Florida and Anaheim, Bertuzzi has accumulated 240 goals and 340 assists for 580 points.
