The Chicago Blackhawks signed forward prospect Cole Guttman to a two-year, entry-level contract that carries a $950,000 salary-cap hit, the team announced Thursday.
Guttman, 23, set career highs with 19 goals and 26 assists for University of Denver. As captain, he helped the Pioneers to a NCAA record-tying ninth national championship.
“Cole’s game has progressed during his time with the University of Denver, and we’re looking forward to continuing that development within our organization,” general manager Kyle Davidson said in a statement. “Captaining his team to a championship last season demonstrates his leadership and commitment on the ice, and those are qualities we’re always looking for in our players.”
