Flames sign Dennis Gilbert to two-year, one-way contract

Colorado Avalanche defenceman Dennis Gilbert, right, chases Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello in the first period of a preseason NHL hockey game. (David Zalubowski/AP)

The Calgary Flames have signed defenceman Dennis Gilbert to a two-year, one-way contract according to his agency, Bartlett Hockey.

The deal and its exact details have yet to be announced by the Flames organization.

The 25-year-old was drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in the third round, 91st overall back in 2015. To date, Gilbert has played in just 25 NHL games, recording three points.

During the 2021-2022 season, Gilbert solely played in the AHL. In 52 games with the Colorado Eagles, he totalled six goals and 17 assists for 23 points.

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