Bradly Nadeau is heading to the big leagues.
The 18-year-old forward who led the Penticton Vees to back-to-back Fred Page Cup titles in 2022 and 2023 has signed an entry-level deal with the Carolina Hurricanes, the NHL club announced.
“Bradly is a dynamic forward with a powerful shot,” said Hurricanes president and general manager Don Waddell. “He had a very impressive season at Maine, and we’re excited to see his development continue in professional hockey.”
The three-year pact will see Nadeau receive $855,000 at the NHL level in 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26. He’ll carry a salary of $82,500 if he plays in the American Hockey League (AHL).
Nadeau registered 113 points in 54 games in his final season with the Vees in
One month later, the Vees’ leading scorer was selected by the Hurricanes in the first round of the NHL Draft.
The New Brunswick product played alongside his brother and former Vees teammate, Josh Nadeau, at the University of Maine in
Nadeau’s deal with Carolina includes a signing bonus of $285,000.
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