Corey Perry opens up about the last two months of havoc
Corey Perry has not played in the NHL since late November when he was placed on unconditional waivers by the Chicago Blackhawks.
However, he recently signed a league minimum contract of $775K AAV with performance bonuses with the Edmonton Oilers and will be given a chance to play again.
The team held a press conference to announce the signing, during which Perry discussed his time away from the NHL.
He revealed that he had been working with counselors and received professional help to get him to where he is today - with a new team.
Corey Perry speaks on the last 2 months pic.twitter.com/13yV6GUHD3� Spittin' Chiclets (@spittinchiclets) January 22, 2024
Perry expressed gratitude towards his family, friends, and support system for helping him reflect on his situation, take responsibility for his actions in Chicago, and work towards getting better every day.
He is looking forward to playing with the Edmonton Oilers and Connor McDavid and is excited to wear #90 on the ice.
He would later thank Ken Holland and the organization for giving him another chance to keep his career going.
Perry has played 1,273 NHL games, with 421 goals and 471 assists, and has won a Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks.
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