Coveted Defenseman John Klingberg Signs With Oilers

Coveted Defenseman John Klingberg Signs With Oilers After Surgery Recovery
John Klinberg has made his decision on a new home for 2024-25. The marquee veteran defenseman has signed with the Edmonton Oilers on Friday per NHL insider Darren Dreger. "John Klingberg heading to the Oilers," Dreger said on X. Edmonton was reported to be the front-runner to sign Klingberg, so this decision does not come as a massive shock.
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Klingberg is trying to resurrect his career after spending more than a year working his way back from double hip resurfacing surgery.
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On Friday (Jan. 17) the Edmonton Oilers made news by signing veteran defenceman John Klingberg to a one-year, $1 million pro-rated contract. Klingberg last suited up for a game in November 2023 with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Klingberg signs 1-year contract with Oilers
John Klingberg signed a one-year contract with the Edmonton Oilers on Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed. The 32-year-old defenseman had five assists in 14 games for the Toronto Maple Leafs last season before having season-ending hip surgery in December 2023.
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Another Former Maple Leafs Player Joins Oilers As John Klingberg Signs With Edmonton
Former Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman John Klingberg is reportedly headed to the Edmonton Oilers. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman had the scoop on Friday afternoon, posting to X that the 32-year-old would be joining the Oilers after recovering from hip resurfacing surgery done in late 2023.
Oilers sign veteran defenseman John Klingberg: Where does he fit in?
The Oilers have won 19 of their past 24 games and are fourth in the NHL by points percentage. Members of the front office have been looking to improve the roster — like they did when they claimed Kasperi Kapanen off waivers in November — all while keeping financial flexibility ahead of the trade deadline.
Former Dallas Stars defenseman John Klingberg signs with Edmonton Oilers
Klingberg had been attempting to resurrect his NHL career after spending more than a year working his way back from injury.
Front-Runners Emerge In John Klingberg Sweepstakes: Which Is The Best Fit?
What the Canucks want is a legit defenseman who can play with the team this season and next. The best Klingberg would be is an experiment. If that experiment fails and the Canucks miss the playoffs, their fans may have a field day with the results.
Report: Maple Leafs Continue To Be In Mix For John Klingberg, Decision To Come In Next 24 To 48 Hours
Klingberg signed a one-year, $4.15 million contract with the Maple Leafs on July 1, 2023, after playing the 2022-23 season ...
Maple Leafs 'In the Mix' Waiting for John Klingberg's Decision: Report
The Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars join Toronto as contenders for Klingberg, who is recovering from hip resurfacing surgery ...
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Insider Bob McKenzie Reveals Timeline for John Klingberg's Contract Announcement
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