Nick Cousins signs two-year, $2.2M deal with Panthers

Centre Nick Cousins has signed a two-year, $2.2-million deal with the Florida Panthers.

“Nick is a reliable two-way player who will complement our forward group well,” said general manager Bill Zito. “We are excited to add his offensive versatility to our team.”

Cousins had nine goals and 13 assists last season with the Nashville Predators.

The native of Belleville, Ont., has 55 goals and 83 assists in 444 career NHL games with the Predators, Vegas Golden Knights, Montreal Canadiens, Arizona Coyotes and Philadelphia Flyers.