The smaller names of NHL unrestricted free agency, Hour 2

We’re keeping track of the big unrestricted free agent names here at Puck Daddy. But how are some of the smaller signings working out?

Sometimes it's the little pieces that can help your team fill in the puzzle and push it to the Stanley Cup. Not everyone today is named Cody Franson or Matt Beleskey. Could one of these guys play a big role this season? Take a look at the players and their new (or same) teams.

Matt Bartkowski, D Vancouver Canucks: One year, $1.75M

Brad Richardson, C, Arizona Coyotes: Three years, $6.25M

Zbynek Michalek D, Arizona Coyotes: Two years, $6.4M

Anders Lindback, G, Arizona Coyotes: One year, $875,000

Viktor Tikhonov, F,  Chicago Blackhawks: One year, $1.04M

Cal O’Reilly, F, Buffalo Sabres: One year, $700,000

Ryan Carter, F, Minnesota Wild: One year, $625,000

Steve Downie, F, Arizona Coyotes: One year, $1.75M

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