Defenceman Ben Harpur Joins the Shanghai Dragons

The Shanghai Dragons have signed Canadian defenseman Ben Harpur through the end of the season.

Over seven seasons in the NHL, Harpur appeared in 212 games, recording 24 points (2 goals, 22 assists). In the AHL, he played 229 games across eight seasons, tallying 69 points (12 goals, 57 assists).

Igor Varitsky, General Manager of the Shanghai Dragons:

– Ben’s a big, tough defender who knows what it takes at the NHL level. He’s played under Coach Gallant before, so we know exactly what we’re getting — strength, experience, and a strong presence around the net.

Harpur will wear #44 for the Dragons.

Ben Harpur

Defenseman | Canada | 30 years old
Height: 198 cm | Weight: 105 kg | Shoots: Left

Over the course of his career, Harpur has played for the Ottawa Senators, Nashville Predators, and New York Rangers in the NHL, and for several AHL teams including Binghamton, Belleville, Toronto, Milwaukee, and Hartford.

Press Office, Shanghai Dragons