Ex-Union star Zajac signs with AHL's Moose

by Ryan Fay

The American Hockey League's Manitoba Moose signed former Union forward Kelly Zajac to an AHL contract, it was announced Monday.

Zajac in action with Rauma Lukko

Zajac had been a free agent since his two-month tryout with Rauma Lukko of the Finnish Elite League ended in late October. He had two goals and two assists in 11 contests before moving on.

Zajac is no stranger to the AHL, having played for the Albany Devils from 2012-15. He had three goals and 10 assists in 24 games last season. Overall, he registered 17 goals and 44 assists in 108 career games with the team.

Manitoba plays its home games in Winnipeg, Zajac's hometown.

The 27-year-old could debut with the Moose as early as Friday, when they host Bakersfield.

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