Panthers sign Erik Gudbranson, their No. 3 overall pick from 2010 draft
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}SUNRISE, Fla. - The Florida Panthers have signed defenceman Erik Gudbranson to an entry-level contract.
Gudbranson was the team's first-round pick in the 2010 draft, going third overall. The 19-year-old from Ottawa had a goal and an assist, along with 17 penalty minutes, in six pre-season games with Florida last fall.
Gudbranson played for Kingston in the OHL last season, finishing with 12 goals, 22 assists and 105 penalty minutes in 44 games.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}He also played for Canada at the world junior championship this year, helping win a silver medal.