The Pittsburgh Penguins signed prospect Nathan Légaré to a standard three-year Entry level Contract today.
Légaré, an 18-year-old RW, at 6'0" and 205 lbs, had an amazing season for the Baie-Comeau Drakkar of the QMJHL, with 45 goals and 42 assists in 68 games. The Pens traded three lower draft picks to Arizona to move up and select Légaré at #74 in this year's draft.
Légaré's draft profile talked about his effort level and his great hands mixed with relatively slow speed and below-average skating. The Pens likely see him as a power forward type, as his ability to finish plays was impressive at the Junior level.
It's also not out of the question that Légaré plays in the NHL this season.
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