Phil Posted June 17, 2016 Share Posted June 17, 2016 Ahti Oksanen, standout forward from Boston University, appears to have signed a 1-year deal with the Hartford Wolf Pack, according to a Finnish website. Oksanen played in all 38 games for the Terriers last season, ranking second on the team in goals (15), assists (21), and points (36). After spending his first two seasons at BU as a defenseman, he was converted to a forward in his junior year and played on a line with Jack Eichel. That year, he led Hockey East in goals (16) and power play goals (8), and helped the Terriers make the National Championship game. If this turns out to be true, it would be a great get for the Rangers' system. Not only is Oksanen a potent middle-6 threat, but signing him to an AHL contract leaves some flexibility for the Rangers in this all-important offseason. Oksanen will definitely be one to keep an eye on in Hartford next season. To note: If true, Oksanen will only be signed to the Wolf Pack specifically, and will still be considered an NHL free agent. After the 2016-17 season, Oksanen can decide to sign with any team he chooses. http://www.blueshirtbanter.com/2016/6/17/11964680/rumor-ahti-oksanen-signs-one-year-deal-with-wolf-pack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted June 17, 2016 Share Posted June 17, 2016 Well here's to hoping he sticks around and re signs next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Respecttheblue Posted June 18, 2016 Share Posted June 18, 2016 Good news for the Hartford player pantry; it needs some stocking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Posted June 18, 2016 Author Share Posted June 18, 2016 It's actually good news for the Rangers. If he pans out right out of the gate, I could see them offering him an NHL deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CreaseCrusader91 Posted June 18, 2016 Share Posted June 18, 2016 Surprised Sabres didn't show interest. They have Eichel and Evan Rodrigues so Oksanen would have completed the BU trio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoMinutesForNothing Posted June 18, 2016 Share Posted June 18, 2016 There is no way this guy couldn't find an NHL deal somewhere. Something is weird here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger Lothbrok Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Still haven't found something to substantiate this. Weird. It would be awesome if it were true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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