Jacob Melanson Re-Signed for Physicality

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Jacob Melanson just locked in a three-year, $4.35 million deal — that’s $1.45M/year — thanks to his relentless physicality and energy on the ice. At 23, he delivered 188 hits in just 36 games last season, disrupting opponents more than scoring goals (only 2 goals, 3 assists). The GM praised his toughness as the key reason for re-signing him, positioning him as a gritty bottom-six enforcer ready to battle at training camp on Sept. 17. This move signals the team’s commitment to hard-nosed hockey — where grit matters just as much as goals. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/478eb32a4dbca283