Forward Ben Hemmerling signs an entry-level contract with the Vegas Golden Knights.

The Vegas Golden Knights have announced the signing of forward Ben Hemmerling to a $2.85 million, three-year entry-level contract.

Hemmerling, a player for the Western Hockey League’s Everett Silvertips, hails from Sherwood Park, Alberta. With twenty-five points, he is level with third on the team in scoring.

Vegas selected the 19-year-old Hemmerling in the sixth round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft (177th overall).