Sundin Will Play This Year

In a decision between the New York Rangers and the Vancouver Canucks, the 37 year old Sundin chose Vancouver. The deal is estimated to be around $10 million for one season. Reporters told the media that it appeared Sundin was leaning towards choosing the Rangers, especially after being seen leaving Madison Square Garden with Markus Naslund and Henrik Lundqvist last Saturday night. The delay in his decision appears to be that he just needed to review the terms and get all the information.

Last season for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Sundin had 78 points in the 74 games he played, with 32 goals and 46 assists. Mats Sundin has been very consistent in his 13 year career, averaging 70 or more points every season ( except the lockout shortened season ).

"I am truly excited to be joining the Canucks," Sundin said in a statement. "Once I made the decision to return to play a few weeks ago, the Vancouver opportunity was simply the best overall fit. "

Mats Sundin's Career Stats
Goals: 555
Assists: 766
Points: 1,321
Game Winning Goals: 94