Justin Holl signed a three-year, $10.2 million contract with the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday. It has an average annual value of $3.4 million.
The 31-year-old defenseman had 18 points (two goals, 16 assists) in 80 regular-season games for the Toronto Maple Leafs last season and one assist in six Stanley Cup Playoff games.
"What was really appealing to me about Detroit is knowing what the roster looks like after playing against them," Holl said. "There are a lot of good pieces and a lot of potential. That was big for me, because I feel like we can do something special.
"I loved my time in Toronto. You are definitely under the microscope there, but I think that helps you develop a thick skin. You learn that you have to ignore the noise and play."
Selected by the Chicago Blackhawks in the second round (No. 54) of the 2010 NHL Draft, Holl has 82 points (11 goals, 71 assists) in 285 regular-season games for the Maple Leafs and three assists in 25 playoff games.
NHL.com independent correspondent Dave Hogg contributed to this report.
