Senators ink Colin White to amateur tryout

The Ottawa Senators have signed prospect Colin White to an amateur tryout agreement, the club announced Sunday.

The deal allows White to participate in the American Hockey League, where he will now report to the Binghamton Senators.

"We are excited to see Colin make the next step in his development in turning professional after a great college career," Senators general manager Pierre Dorion said in a statement.

The Senators selected White 21st overall in 2015. He has spent the last two seasons with Boston College, which was eliminated from the playoffs this week.

According to Dorion, the club will continue to work to sign White to an entry-level contract, an agreement which would allow him to play in the NHL.

"While our ongoing contract discussions are moving in a positive direction, we all know there is a small window left this season for Colin to gain professional experience," Dorion added.