Canadiens Sign Forward Darche to One-Year Deal

The Montreal Canadiens announced on Tuesday that they have signed left wing Mathieu Darche to a one-year contract extension worth $550,000. He would have been an unrestricted free agent on July 1. In 29 games last season with the Canadiens, Darche scored five goals and five assists for 10 points. He also appeared in 32 games with Hamilton of the AHL, scoring 16 goals and nine assists for 25 points. Not a bad depth move for the Canadiens, as Darche is a hard working forward who has good size for the NHL level. He will be a good, affordable addition to the Canadiens' fourth line next season.