The Winnipeg Jets announced today that former Surrey Eagles player Brandon Tanev has signed an entry-level contract, and is ready to begin his NHL career.
The 24-year-old Tanev just completed his senior year at Providence College, where he scored 15 goals and added 13 assists in 38 games. He was a member of the Surrey Eagles during the 2011-2012 season, and scored 11 goals in 58 regular season games. He also added 3 goals in 10 playoff games that year.
Tanev is the younger brother of current Vancouver Canucks defenceman Christopher Tanev.
His contract with the Jets is a one-year, two-way deal worth approximately $925,000. He is reportedly joining the Jets immediately, as the contract is for the remainder of the 2015-2016 season. Once the season expires, Tanev will become a restricted free agent, and will have to sign another contract.
The team released this statement about the signing:
“We are very excited that Brandon has chosen to sign with the Jets,” said Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Jets, Kevin Cheveldayoff. “Brandon enjoyed a tremendously successful collegiate career at Providence and will bring a combination of high end speed, energy, and physicality that complement the identity of the Winnipeg Jets. We have been consistently impressed by Brandon’s pace of play, his competitive level night in and night out, and his ability to get on the puck. Brandon’s game fits that of the Winnipeg Jets nicely, and we are excited to add a player of his ability to our organization.”
The Eagles are extremely proud of their alumni, and look forward to watching Brandon Tanev’s career continue in the NHL with the Winnipeg Jets.
