David Nonis, Senior Vice President and GM of the Maple Leafs, announced Tuesday the club has signed forward Spencer Abbott to a one-year contract.
Abbott, 26, made his NHL debut last season on October 5 against the Senators.
The forward played 64 games for the Toronto Marlies in 2013-14, collecting 69 points (17 goals, 52 assists) and 16 penalty minutes. The Hamilton, Ontario native also registered 11 points (four goals, seven assists) in 11 playoff games with the Marlies.
Prior to joining the Maple Leafs organization, Abbott spent four seasons at the U. of Maine collecting 146 points (54 goals, 92 assists) in 151 games. During the 2011-12 season, Abbott led the entire NCAA in scoring with 62 points (21 goals, 41 assists) in 39 games.
Via Press Release