Devils sign forward Kevin Rooney to 2-year contract

New York Islanders goalie Thomas Greiss (1) of Germany blocks a shot by New Jersey Devils center Kevin Rooney (58). (Kathy Willens/AP)

NEWARK, N.J. — The New Jersey Devils have signed forward Kevin Rooney to a two-year contract.

General Manager Ray Shero announced the contract Monday. He says the first year will be a two-way deal in which Rooney will earn $700,000 at the NHL level and $100,000 at the AHL level, with $70,000 guaranteed. The second year is worth $700,000 at the NHL level.

Rooney played in 71 games for the Binghamton Devils of the AHL last season, collecting 14 goals and 20 assists. The 25-year-old appeared in one NHL game, and five in his two years as a pro.

August 13, 2018

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Kevin Rooney
SIGNED BY
New Jersey Devils
LENGTH
2 yrs
CONTRACT TYPE
Contract Extension
SALARY CAP HIT
$700,000
TOTAL
$1,400,000

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