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Habs Decide to Pay Small Price in Steve Ott Addition

Habs GM Marc Bergevin has made another depth move to improve his team. Shortly after beating the Columbus Blue Jackets, it was revealed the Habs had acquired long-time agitator Steve Ott. The cost to acquire him? A 2018 6th round draft pick. Ott joins recent acquisitions Jordie Benn and Brandon Davidson as depth moves made in recent days by Bergevin.

The 14-year NHL veteran has spent the 2016-17 season with the Detroit Red Wings. Ott signed a 1 year/800K contract last summer after spending a little over 2 years in St.