The Ottawa Senators have re-signed restricted free agent Shane Pinto to a two-year deal worth $7.5 million, the club announced Tuesday.
The contract will pay Pinto $2.5 million in 2024-25 and $5 million in 2025-26.
Pinto was coming off a one-year deal worth $775,000 that the Senators signed him to back in January. The 23-year-old centre missed the first half of the 2023-24 season after he received a 41-game suspension for violating the NHL’s gambling policies.
Over the 41 games that he did appear in, Pinto recorded nine goals and 18 assists for a total of 27 points.
Selected by the Senators in the second round (32nd overall) of the 2019 NHL Draft, Pinto has appeared in 140 games and recorded 70 points (30 goals and 40 assists) across his career.
The Ottawa Senators have locked in one of their top prospects, Shane Pinto, by signing him to a two-year contract. The 20-year-old forward was selected by the Senators in the second round of the 2019 NHL Draft and has quickly made a name for himself as a promising young talent.
Pinto spent the past two seasons playing for the University of North Dakota, where he excelled on the ice. In his sophomore season, he led the team in scoring with 15 goals and 15 assists in just 28 games. His strong play earned him a nomination for the Hobey Baker Award, which is given annually to the top player in college hockey.
The Senators are excited to add Pinto to their roster, as they believe he has the potential to be a key player for the team in the future. His combination of skill, speed, and hockey IQ make him a valuable asset on both ends of the ice. Pinto is known for his strong work ethic and dedication to improving his game, qualities that will serve him well as he transitions to the NHL.
With his signing, Pinto joins a young and talented Senators team that is looking to build towards a bright future. The team has been focused on developing their prospects and building a strong foundation for success, and Pinto’s addition is another step in that direction.
Fans can expect to see Pinto make an impact on the ice for the Senators in the coming seasons. His signing is a positive sign for the team’s future and a testament to their commitment to building a competitive and successful team. Stay tuned to see how Pinto’s career unfolds with the Senators as he continues to grow and develop as a player.