Since news broke of the Penguins signing Brandon Tanev to a long-term (six years) and fairly big money contract ($3.5 million per year) for a bottom six forward, the internet reaction has been immediate. And mostly uncomplimentary but let’s take a look at some of the good, bad and other opinions that have been out there for this move!
Tanev is 27 years old, has played less than 200 NHL games, has never hit 15 goals or 30 points, has never averaged more than 14 minutes/game, and has never had a positive Corsi Rel season.