After being placed on waivers by the New York Rangers, veteran center Jarrett Stoll has been claimed by the Minnesota Wild.
Stoll, 33, could have an immediate impact with the Wild in terms of adding a right-shot to the power play and providing experience on the penalty kill, according to Michael Russo of the Star Tribune.
Fletcher on Stoll: Very good penalty killer…shoots the puck really well. [Expecting him to] come in and play a checking, PK role. #mnwild
— Minnesota Wild (@mnwild) December 15, 2015
Since 03-04, Jarret Stoll ranks 6th among active players with a .552 faceoff winning pct (min. 400 games) #mnwild
— Michael Russo (@RussoHockey) December 15, 2015
In 13 seasons with the Oilers, Kings and Rangers, Stoll has tallied 141 goals and 382 points. He has just 1 goal and 2 assists in 29 games this season, but his scoring numbers could be lower than he’s capable of because he was playing on New York’s fourth line.
He’s playoff tested, too, having won a pair of Stanley Cups with the Kings.
Stoll arrested
Stoll was arrested on felony cocaine possession last April in Las Vegas, but charges were dropped and he pleaded to a pair of misdemeanors. Sports Illustrated has more on his high-profile arrest.
Fletcher said #mnwild did due diligence this summer after Stoll's arrest; CF is comfortable w situation, says he's "unbelievable leader"
— Michael Russo (@RussoHockey) December 15, 2015
Stoll’s first game with the Wild will likely be Thursday night against the Rangers.
His departure from New York opens the door for former Gophers defenseman Brady Skjei.
Fletcher said Stoll will likely arrive in the Twin Cities tomorrow, “hopefully in time for practice.” Could play Thursday.
— Dan Myers (@DanMyers) December 15, 2015
