Flyers sign forward Chris Stewart to one-year deal after tryout

HC host Anthony Stewart is very proud of his brother Chris Stewart, who has defied all odds to sign a one-year one way contract to return to the NHL with the Philadelphia Flyers after playing last season in Europe.

Sportsnet Staff October 15, 2019, 11:08 AM

The Philadelphia Flyers have signed veteran forward Chris Stewart to a one-year contract worth $750,000.

He had attended Flyers camp on a professional tryout.

“We’re happy to have Chris under contract,” said Philadelphia president of hockey operations Cliff Fletcher. “Chris came into training camp with a great attitude and a strong work-ethic. He brings size and a veteran presence to our lineup.”

Stewart, who turns 32 years old on Oct. 30, is a 10-year NHL veteran who played last season with the Nottingham Panthers of the Elite Ice Hockey League in Britain.

The journey is the destination!! Thanks to all my family and friends that held me down during this whole process I’m truly blessed. Let’s get it #FlyOrDie

— chris stewart (@Cstew_7) October 15, 2019

In 652 NHL games with the Colorado Avalanche, St. Louis Blues, Buffalo Sabres, Minnesota Wild, Anaheim Ducks and Calgary Flames, Stewart has 160 goals, 321 points and 729 penalty minutes.

The Flyers take on the Flames in Calgary on Tuesday. It’s unclear if Stewart will be in the lineup.