Blue Jackets Sign Defense Prospect Charlie Elick

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The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defense prospect Charlie Elick to a three-year entry-level contract. Yesterday, the Blue Jackets made another signing, when they agreed to a two-year deal with Jack Williams from Northeastern University.

Elick, 19, was selected by the Blue Jackets in the second round of the 2024 NHL Draft. He has spent the past four seasons in the WHL, splitting time between the Tri-City Americans and Brandon Wheat Kings.

Yesterday, the Blue Jackets announced the signing of forward Jack Williams of the Northeastern University Huskies.

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Over 196 career WHL games, Elick recorded 10 goals and 45 assists for 55 points, along with 164 penalty minutes. Standing at 6-foot-3 and 206 pounds, he has the potential to develop into a strong defensive presence on the blue line.

While it remains unclear where he will start his professional career, Elick is expected to report to the Cleveland Monsters in the AHL.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced that they have assigned OHL prospect Luca Pinelli to the AHL, where he will join the Cleveland Monsters.

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The Washington Capitals have announced that they have signed Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year extension worth $72 million, carrying an AAV of $9 million per season.

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