Rangers Re-Sign Defenseman John Gilmour And Announce Others
The Rangers announced moments ago that RFA defenseman John Gilmour has re-signed with the Blueshirts.
OFFICIAL: #NYR have agreed to terms with restricted free agent defenseman John Gilmour on a one-year contract.
In addition, restricted free agents Chris Bigras, Steven Fogarty, Boo Nieves, and Rob O’Gara all accepted their qualifying offers. pic.twitter.com/dSlgPv53dV
— x – New York Rangers (@NYRangers) July 16, 2018
Gilmour played admirably last season in 28 games with the Rangers, showing his speed and defensive IQ to be worthy of earning a bridge deal. This will be Gilmour’s chance to show Rangers management that he can be a mainstay on the blue line for years to come.
The Rangers also announced that they have agreed on terms with other RFAs Chris Bigras, Steven Fogarty, Boo Nieves and Rob O’Gara.
John Gilmour's salary for this #NYR one-year deal is $650,000 in NHL and $100,000 in AHL. Accepting QO's were Nieves ($709,750), O'Gara ($874,125), Fogarty ($708,750) and Birgas ($832,500).
— Brett Cyrgalis (@BrettCyrgalis) July 16, 2018
For the full press release, click here.
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