Senators Sign Defenseman Kinrade to One-Year Contract

The Ottawa Senators have announced that they have signed defenseman Geoff Kinrade to a one-year, two-way contract. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Kinrade was signed to an amateur tryout late last season by the Tampa Bay Lightning, appearing in one game with the team and scoring no points. He also played in 10 games with the Norfolk Admirals of the AHL, scoring one goal and three assists for four points. Prior to signing with the Lightning, Kinrade played in 38 games for Michigan Tech of the WCHA, scoring three goals and 13 assists for 16 points. This is really just a depth signing for the Senators, as Kinrade’s lack of experience will keep him from playing in the NHL this season. If he performs well for the Senators’ AHL affiliate in Binghamton next season, he could be re-signed next summer.