TSN.ca Staff
8/17/2006 1:51:35 AM
Phil Kessel appears to be ready to start his career in the National Hockey League.
According to ESPN.com, the University of Minnesota forward has decided to forego his final years of college eligibility and will sign a three-year contract with the Boston Bruins. The formal announcement could come as early as Thursday.
ESPN reports that Kessel will earn the entry-level maximum of $850,000 in salary - not including significant performance bonuses.
Last season in Minnesota, Kessel netted 18 and had 33 assists. He was also a member of Team U.S.A.'s World Championship club.
Kessel will turn 19 on October 2.
More details to follow.
8/17/2006 1:51:35 AM
Phil Kessel appears to be ready to start his career in the National Hockey League.
According to ESPN.com, the University of Minnesota forward has decided to forego his final years of college eligibility and will sign a three-year contract with the Boston Bruins. The formal announcement could come as early as Thursday.
ESPN reports that Kessel will earn the entry-level maximum of $850,000 in salary - not including significant performance bonuses.
Last season in Minnesota, Kessel netted 18 and had 33 assists. He was also a member of Team U.S.A.'s World Championship club.
Kessel will turn 19 on October 2.
More details to follow.