Red Wings Sign Goaltender MacDonald and Forwards Minard, Johnson

The Detroit Red Wings made a few depth signings Friday night as they have signed goaltender Joey MacDonald, left wing Chris Minard, and center Jamie Johnson to contracts for the 2010-11 season. The exact length and financial terms of all three deals were not disclosed. These are depth signings for the Red Wings at best, as the team appears to be already set in goal and offense for next season. MacDonald isn't a bad signing for the team, as he was part of the Red Wings' organization from 2002 to 2007 and will be very familiar with the style of play of their AHL affiliate in Grand Rapids, so he should fit in there quite nicely. Minard and Johnson will likely spend most of next season with Grand Rapids, where they should provide adequate offensive depth for the club. If they do see any time with the Red Wings, it will likely be in the event of an injury.