Michael Peca was going to make a hockey stop in New York with the Rangers, but icy negotiations have him likely landing in Columbus.
| GM | G | A | PTS | +/- | PIM |
| 35 | 4 | 11 | 15 | 2 | 60 |
According to the Columbus Dispatch, the unrestricted free agent has agreed to a one-year deal with the Blue Jackets.
"We had a deal in place with the Rangers for almost three weeks now," Peca said, according to the Dispatch. "It just doesn't seem like the commitment has been there from the general manager [Glen Sather] to get it done. But ever since we started talking with Columbus [Friday], [Blue Jackets general manager Scott Howson] has been very straightforward and very interested in getting something done. And so right now, that's where our focus is, getting something done with Columbus.
"I moved on [from the Rangers]. And now I'm getting pretty excited to play for coach Ken Hitchcock and the Blue Jackets."
An 11-year veteran, Peca played last season with Toronto but made it on the ice for only 35 games before suffering a broken leg against Chicago. He had four goals and 11 assists.
Known as a top defensive forward, the 33-year-old has served as captain of both the Sabres and Islanders. He's looking forward to fitting in with his sixth team.
"I know a few guys in that room and I think we can be a pretty good team," he said, according to the Dispatch. "I know Adam Foote and Rick Nash. I lived in Jason Chimera's house when I played in Edmonton. I'm good friends with Todd Marchant, and when I talked to him, he told me it was a great place to play."
Source: ESPN.com
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