Bruins sign NCAA standout Donato to entry-level deal

The Boston Bruins signed forward Ryan Donato to a two-year, entry-level contract, the team announced on Sunday.

The 21-year-old is coming off his third season at Harvard University, where he put up 26 goals and 43 points in 29 games en route to being named the Eastern College Athletic Conference player of the year on Thursday.

Donato's incredible year was highlighted by his appearance at the Olympics where he represented the United States. While there, he tied for the tournament lead with five goals in six games and paced all American players with six points.

If all that wasn't enough, on Wednesday, Donato was also named as one of the 10 finalists for the Hobey Baker Award as the top player in college hockey.

Donato will be eligible to make his NHL debut on Monday when the Bruins tangle with the Columbus Blue Jackets.