The Washington Capitals have signed forward Terik Parascak to a three-year, entry-level contract, the team announced Friday.
The deal carries an average annual value of $975,000.
Washington selected Parascak in the first round, 17th overall, during the NHL Draft on June 28.
Parascak tallied 105 points (43 goals and 62 assists) in 68 games with the Prince George Cougars of the Western Hockey League this past season.
The 18-year-old from Lethbridge, Alta., also led all CHL rookies in goals and points.
He also added 14 points (six goals and eight assists) in 12 playoff games.
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