Edmonton Oilers fans weren’t the only ones who were thrilled by the Andrew Mangiapane signing. The 29-year-old hit the free-agent market following his lone season with the Washington Capitals, and agreed to a two-year, $7.2-million deal with the Oilers that will carry a cap hit of $3.6 million.

Andrew Mangiapane signed a two-year, $7.2 million contract with the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday. It has an average annual value of $3.6 million. The 29-year-old forward had 28 points (14 goals, 14 assists) in 81 games for the Washington Capitals last season. He also had two points (one goal, one assist) in 10 Stanley Cup Playoff games.

Andrew Mangiapane, the 29-year-old Toronto native, will be a familiar face for Oilers fans as he spent seven seasons playing for Edmonton's provincial rivals the Calgary Flames.