"Boston College star winger Ryan Leonard signed an entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals on Monday and will join the Eastern Conference's top team for their playoff run.
Leonard, 20, a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award (top men's Division I college hockey player), became available after the top-seeded Eagles were eliminated on Sunday by defending champion Denver in the second round of NCAA hockey tournament.
The Capitals are in Boston on Tuesday to face the Bruins. Leonard will wear No. 9."
Leonard, 20, a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award (top men's Division I college hockey player), became available after the top-seeded Eagles were eliminated on Sunday by defending champion Denver in the second round of NCAA hockey tournament.
The Capitals are in Boston on Tuesday to face the Bruins. Leonard will wear No. 9."
Who is Ryan Leonard? Washington Capitals sign Boston College, Team USA star
The Washington Capitals signed Boston College forward Ryan Leonard, their 2023 first-round pick, to a three-year entry-level contract.
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