Fury Gold shares surge 13.10% premarket after appointing former Hecla CEO Phillips Baker to board.

Fury Gold Mines surged 13.10% in premarket trading following the announcement of Phillips S. Baker Jr.'s appointment to its board as an independent director. The former Hecla Mining CEO brings four decades of mining expertise, including leadership at Casa Berardi in Quebec and strategic asset management experience, which aligns with Fury’s focus on advancing its James Bay gold projects. Investors likely viewed the addition of Baker’s industry credibility and operational track record as a catalyst for accelerating Eau Claire development and enhancing shareholder value. The move underscores confidence in Fury’s exploration potential and aligns with recent momentum in the stock, which has gained 29.55% over 30 days. The appointment was highlighted across multiple news releases, emphasizing its significance for the company’s growth trajectory.