Grand Rapids Griffins top points producer Joe Snively has signed a one-year deal with Djurgardens of the Swedish Hockey League
This is a tough loss for the Griffins because Snively was among the top offensive performers in several categories.
Snively, 29, set career-high marks in goals (21), games played (72), penalty minutes (26), power-play goals (7), and shots (14). He ranked among the team leaders in games played (1st), points (1st), assists (3rd), goals (2nd), and power-play goals (T1st). He played three games in the Calder Cup Playoffs and showed one assist.
NEWS: Detroit Red Wings’ unrestricted free agent (UFA) C Joe Snively has signed a one-year contract with Djurgårdens (SHL). #NHL #LGRW
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— Around The Horn Hockey (@ATHornHockey) July 9, 2025
This will be Snively’s first foray into European hockey.
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