David Kampf Signs Three-Year Deal with HC Litvinov After NHL Tenure

Former Chicago Blackhawks forward David Kampf is making a significant move in his hockey career, signing a three-year contract with HC Litvinov of the Czech Extraliga. After nine seasons in the NHL, Kampf is set to continue his professional journey overseas.

Kampf’s decision to head to Europe follows a season where he contributed two goals and six points, alongside 45 hits and a 52.3 faceoff winning percentage in 40 games split between the Vancouver Canucks and Washington Capitals. His NHL rights were traded to the Buffalo Sabres as part of a sign-and-trade deal to acquire Alex Tuch, but Buffalo ultimately opted not to sign him.

The forward began his NHL career with the Blackhawks, where he played from the 2017-18 season through the 2020-21 season. During his four seasons in Chicago, Kampf appeared in 235 games, notching 17 goals, 41 assists, and totaling 58 points. Following his tenure with the Blackhawks, he also played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Canucks, and Capitals.

Over the course of his NHL career, Kampf has played in 576 games, accumulating 50 goals, 99 assists, and 149 points, while also delivering 498 hits. His experience and skills will surely be an asset for HC Litvinov as he embarks on this new chapter.

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