The Edmonton Oilers have signed their 2018 first-round draft pick Evan Bouchard to a three-year entry-level contract worth $2.775 million with a $925,000 AAV.

The 18-year-old played three seasons for the OHL's London Knights, tallying 148 points in 178 games. Bouchard also played in 28 playoff games during his span with the Knights, recording 14 points.

Bouchard, 6’2, was a finalist for the Max Kaminsky Trophy as OHL Defenceman of the Year and the Red Tilson Trophy as Most Valuable Player.

Last season, the Oakville, ON native dominated on both sides of the ice with 25 goals and 87 points in 67 games to lead all Knights players in scoring last season.