Sabres sign UMass Lowell standout C.J. Smith to entry-level deal

The Buffalo Sabres have nabbed a high-scoring forward from the college free-agent ranks.

The club announced the signing of UMass Lowell forward C.J. Smith to a two-year, entry-level contract.

Smith tied for eighth among all NCAA players with 23 goals this past season, and ranked 12th in total points with 51 in 41 games.

Named the Hockey East Tournament MVP after leading the event with eight points (four goals, four assists) in five games, he finished his college career with 56 goals and 69 assists in 120 games over three years.