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Sabres sign Alex Nylander to 3-year, entry-level contract

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The Buffalo Sabres have signed 2016 eighth overall draft pick Alex Nylander to a three-year, entry-level contract.

"We are extremely pleased to sign Alex to his entry-level deal," said general manager Tim Murray. "When we selected Alex, we obviously knew he was a talented, skilled player. We look forward to him coming to training camp and competing for a job."

Nylander led all Mississauga Steelhead (OHL) players in goals (28), assists (47), and points (75) in 2015-16, adding an additional six goals and six assists in six playoff games.

The stellar performance earned Nylander both OHL and CHL Rookie of the Year honors.

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