PHOENIX – The Phoenix Coyotes signed former University of Maine stars and twin brothers Peter and Chris Ferraro to one-year contracts Thursday.

The free-agent forwards played for the Portland Pirates last season. Peter, a right wing, led the Pirates in points and assists. Center Chris was the team’s fourth-ranking scorer.

Peter has played for the New York Rangers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Boston Bruins and Washington Capitals. Chris has played for the Rangers, Penguins, Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders and the Capitals.

The 30-year-old natives of Port Jefferson, N.Y., have previously played together on 11 different hockey teams in their careers.

Financial terms were not released.