Breaking: Calgary Flames sign a first-round pick!

The Calgary Flames have signed defenseman Juuso Valimaki to a three-year, entry level contract. We have yet to know the financial details of the deal.

The 18-year-old blueliner was selected 16th overall in the 2017 NHL draft. He played in junior hockey with the Tri-City Americans, in the Western Hockey League. In 60 games, he recorded 19 goals and 42 assists for 61 points.