The Montreal Canadiens have announced the signing of centreman Yanick Lehoux to a one-year contract.
A native of Montreal, Lehoux split the 2006-07 season between the San Antonio Rampage of the AHL and Khimik/Mytischi of the Russian Superleague.
The 6-foot, 200-pound forward was selected 86th overall in the 2000 NHL entry draft by the Los Angeles Kings.