The Buffalo Sabres have signed their 2016 first round pick (eighth overall) Alexander Nylander to a three-year, entry-level deal. Cap Friendly has the deal at $925K AAV.
Nylander spent last season with the Mississauga Steelheads and led the team in goals, assists, and points (28-47-75). He notched 12 points (6-6) in the six playoff games.
General manager Tim Murray said in the team release that he expects Nylander to compete for a job in training camp. Nylander, who had a strong showing in the World Junior Championships, and IIHF Under 18 World Championship, joins a Buffalo organization oozing with young talent.
Should he break camp as a member of the Sabres, he would join the likes of Sam Reinhart, and Jack Eichel, both rising stars under 21. The Sabres also added Kyle Okposo through free agency.