Flames sign Buckeyes' Josh Healey to entry-level deal

The Calgary Flames dipped into the collegiate pool for some defensive depth.

Ohio State blue-liner Josh Healey signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the club, the Flames announced Saturday.

Healey recorded 25 points in 35 games in his senior season with the Buckeyes, who were eliminated by Minnesota-Duluth in the opening round of the NCAA tournament in overtime Friday night.

The 22-year-old will finish out the campaign with the Flames' AHL affiliate, the Stockton Heat, and his two-year deal will begin next season.