Edmonton Oilers sign defenceman Beau Akey to three-year, entry-level deal

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed defenceman Beau Akey to a three-year, entry-level contract, the team announced Tuesday.

Akey was selected in the second round, 56th overall, in the 2023 NHL draft.

The 18-year-old blueliner tallied 11 goals and 36 assists for 47 points in 66 games last season with the Barrie Colts of the Ontario Hockey League.

Akey has a goal and two assists through four games with Barrie this season.