Christian Felton signs NHL deal with the Vancouver Canucks
Merrimack defenseman Christian Felton signed a one-year, entry-level contract with the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday.
Felton, 24, just completed his senior season at Merrimack. By signing with the Canucks, Felton forgoes his fifth season of NCAA eligibility.
The 24-year-old defenseman had seven points (3g-4a) in 26 games for the Warriors.
“We are happy to have Christian join our organization,” said Vancouver GM Patrik Allvin. “We brought him into our development camp last summer and have kept a close eye on his progress. We look forward to working with him and helping Christian adjust to things as he starts his pro hockey career.”
Felton becomes the first Warrior to sign an NHL deal since Declan Carlile and Zach Uens inked deals in 2022. He's the first Warrior to sign with Vancouver since Joe Cannata in 2012.
Felton's deal is for the 2024-25 season.
Well deserved. Thanks for your years of great play Gor the Warriors.