Eight Winterhawks alumni sign new contracts during NHL free agency
Portland, Ore. – The Portland Winterhawks Hockey Club is proud to recognize the eight alumni who have signed new professional contracts during NHL free agency, as of July 8.
Former captain, and first-round NHL draft pick, Cody Glass signed with the New Jersey Devils for two more years, World Junior gold medalist goaltender Joel Hofer earned a two-year extension with the St. Louis Blues, and 2016 first-round import selection Henri Jokiharju inked a three-year deal to stay with the Boston Bruins.
Fellow first-round pick Dennis Cholowski will join Glass in New Jersey’s organization. Two former Hawks’ captains Nick Cicek (2020-21) and Tyson Kozak (2021-22) secured another contract with Calgary and Buffalo, respectively.
WHL Champion, CHL Defenseman of the Year, and 2016 Stanley Cup Champion, Derrick Pouliot signed with the Rangers. Caleb Jones, who won a gold medal with USA Hockey at the U17, U18, and U20 level, put pen to paper with the Penguins.
The full list with contract details follows:
| PLAYER | TEAM | Years in Portland | Contract |
| Dennis Cholowski | New Jersey Devils | 2017-18 | 1 yr – $775k – $775k AAV |
| Nick Cicek | Calgary Flames | 2017-21 | 1 yr – $775k – $775k AAV |
| Cody Glass | New Jersey Devils | 2014-19 | 2 yrs – $5 million – $2.5 million AAV |
| Joel Hofer | St. Louis Blues | 2018-20 | 2 yrs – $6.8 million – $3.4 million AAV |
| Henri Jokiharju | Boston Bruins | 2016-18 | 3 yrs – $9 million – $3 million AAV |
| Caleb Jones | Pittsburgh Penguins | 2015-17 | 2 yrs – $1.8 million – $900k AAV |
| Tyson Kozak | Buffalo Sabres | 2018-22 | 3 yrs – $2.33 million – $775k AAV |
| Derrick Pouliot | New York Rangers | 2009-14 | 2 yrs – $1.55 million – $775k AAV |
In total, 136 Winterhawks have laced up and played in the NHL, showcasing the strength of the ‘Portland to the Pros’ connection as one of the top development programs.
The Winterhawks would like to congratulate our alumni on signing another professional contract, and we wish them good luck next season!
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