Red Wings sign forward John Leonard to one-year deal

Arizona Coyotes left wing John Leonard (49) waits on the face off during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Detroit Red Wings, Thursday, March 14, 2024, in Detroit. (Carlos Osorio/AP)

Detroit continued a busy opening day of free agency by adding depth at forward.

The Red Wings signed John Leonard to a one-year, $775,000 contract, the team announced on Tuesday.

Leonard, 26, played for the Florida Panthers’ AHL affiliate Charlotte Checkers last season, tallying 36 goals and 35 assists as his team reached the Calder Cup Final.

His last NHL appearance was during the 2023-24 season with the Arizona Coyotes, when he had one goal in six games.

Over 70 career games with the Coyotes, Nashville Predators and San Jose Sharks, Leonard has recorded six goals and 11 assists.

July 1, 2025

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John Leonard
SIGNED BY
Detroit Red Wings
LENGTH
1 yr
CONTRACT TYPE
Free Agency
SALARY CAP HIT
$775,000
TOTAL
$775,000

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