The Carolina Hurricanes have announced that they have signed 2023 first-round pick Bradly Nadeau to a three-year entry-level contract.

Nadeau will receive $855,000 at the NHL level and $82,500 at the AHL level and the deal also includes a $285,000 signing bonus.

“Bradly is a dynamic forward with a powerful shot,” said Hurricanes general manager Don Waddell in a press release. “He had a very impressive season at Maine, and we’re excited to see his development continue in professional hockey.”

Nadeau spent this past year playing at the University of Maine where he put up crazy numbers as a freshman.

He had 19 goals and 46 points in 37 games and was named a Hockey East Second Team All-Star and was also named to the All-Rookie Team.

Nadeau's 46 points were the most by a Maine player since 2011-12 which was also the last year the Black Bears had made the NCAA Tournament before this season.

"Our staff is excited for Bradly to continue to chase his dream of playing in the NHL," said Maine head coach Ben Barr in a press release. "Carolina is fortunate to not only have a great player, but a great teammate and person joining their organization. Bradly's year in Orono was memorable and Black Bear Nation was fortunate to watch Bradly's development this past season. Bradly will always be a Black Bear!" 

According to team reporter Walt Ruff, Nadeau's contract also begins this season meaning his ELC runs through the 2025-26 season.