Golden Knights sign 1st player in franchise history

Welcome to Las Vegas, Reid Duke.

The Vegas Golden Knights signed the free-agent forward to an entry-level contract Monday, the team announced.

Duke, 21, plays for the WHL's Brandon Wheat Kings. The center has recorded 35 goals and 32 assists with the Wheat Kings this season.

The Wheat Kings are owned by Kelly McCrimmon, who serves as assistant general manager of the Golden Knights.

"When we project Reid, we think his game will evolve as he becomes a pro," McCrimmon said. "We believe he's going to be an NHL player."

Duke was originally drafted by the Minnesota Wild in 2014.