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Detroit Red Wings sign forward Carter Rowney to add depth, defensive presence

The Detroit Red Wings announced Thursday they have signed forward Carter Rowney to a one-year deal.

The team did not disclose financial terms, but multiple outlets report the deal is worth $825,000.

Rowney, 32, is known for his defensive skill and ability on the penalty kill. He has a career plus-minus of minus-8 in 223 career games and just 36 penalty minutes.

Rowney (6 feet 1, 208 pounds) played just 19 games for the Anaheim Ducks last season due to injury, recording six assists. His best offensive season was his first in Anaheim, 2018-19, when he had seven goals and 13 assists in 62 games.