Montreal Canadiens Media Release

MONTREAL – General manager Marc Bergevin announced on Saturday that the Canadiens have agreed to terms on a two-year, two-way contract with free agent defenseman Matt Taormina.

Thank you @TBLightning @SyracuseCrunch for 4 amazing years and the memories. I'm excited to start my new journey with @CanadiensMTL

— Matt Taormina (@MATaormina) July 1, 2017

The 30-year-old defenseman spent the 2016-17 season with the Syracuse Crunch in the AHL, reaching the Calder Cup final.

Taormina registered 60 points (15G-45A) in 70 games with the Crunch.

Over the course of his career, the Michigan native has suited up for 59 NHL games with the New Jersey Devils and Tampa Bay Lightning.