The Los Angeles Kings have finalized a deal with Liam Greentree, their first-round draft pick from last month, by signing him to a three-year entry-level contract, as reported by PuckPedia via Twitter. Greentree, chosen 26th overall after the Kings traded down five spots on draft day, is set to earn an annual salary of $877.5K along with a signing bonus of $97.5K per season, resulting in a manageable cap hit of $975K.
Greentree’s performance in his sophomore year with OHL Windsor was notably impressive, as he significantly improved upon his rookie season’s numbers. Across 64 games, he tallied 36 goals and 54 assists, showcasing his offensive prowess. His strong showing extended to the World Under-18s, where he contributed four additional points, solidifying his standing in draft rankings from the middle to late first round.
Looking ahead, Greentree is expected to attend the Kings’ training camp in the upcoming fall, though it is probable that he will return to the Windsor Spitfires for the next season. If Greentree does indeed resume play in the OHL and does not participate in 10 or more NHL games before the season’s end, his contract will slide forward by a year, leaving him with three years remaining on his deal by next summer.
