Defenceman Brandon Manning of Prince George will continue his NHL career closer to home.
Manning was dealt to the Edmonton Oilers from the Chicago Blackhawks as part of a four-player trade that was announced Sunday.
“Connor actually reached out… He said he’s happy to have me & thinks I can help the team. Obviously, with our history & when a guy of that calibre reaches out to you, it’s pretty special.” – Brandon Manning (@mandog1990) https://t.co/pz3rThQ7z6
— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) December 31, 2018
The Oilers also got prospect defenceman Robin Norell while the Blackhawks acquired forward Drake Caggiula (24) and defenceman Jason Garrison.
The 28-year-old Manning has one goal and two assists in 27 games this season with Chicago, averaging 15:28 of ice-time.
He signed a two-year, $4.5 million deal with the Blackhawks in July.
Read more on the acquisitions ⬇️ https://t.co/epFpowxP9W
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) December 30, 2018
In 234 career games with the Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers, Manning has 12 goals, 46 points and 233 penalty minutes.
The 18-17-3 Oilers are home tonight (Monday) against the Winnipeg Jets.
Breaking News: Cariboo alumni Brandon Manning @mandog1990 traded to the Edmonton Oilers! pic.twitter.com/OvfB4S58T0
— Cariboo Cougars (@cariboocougars) December 31, 2018