The Kings have locked up one of their prospects, announcing the signing of forward Drake Rymsha to a three-year, entry-level contract. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Rymsha was a fifth-round pick of Los Angeles (138th overall) and is coming off of his best season at the major junior level. In 68 games with Sarnia of the OHL, he posted career highs in goals (31), assists (42), and points (73), ranking second on the team in scoring to Blues prospect Jordan Kyrou. He followed up that performance with nine points in a dozen postseason contests.
While the 20-year-old is eligible to return to Sarnia for his overage season, this deal should enable to him to begin his pro career in 2018-19. He will likely battle for a spot with their AHL affiliate in Ontario but could also start in a higher role at the ECHL level in Manchester.