It was reported last week by our own JD Burke, that the Canucks had signed development camp invitee Michael Carcone to an three year entry level contract. That became official today, as the Canucks announced that they had agreed to terms with the 20 year old undrafted forward:

Carcone had been invited to the Florida Panthers development camp this past week, but was removed from the invite list on Sunday.

As mentioned in J.D.’s post and in my development camp preview, about 15.2% of comparable players to Carcone went onto being NHL regulars. Which is a very good percentage for a player that cost nothing to the Canucks other than a contract spot and money.

Carcone set career highs in goals (47), assists (42), points (89), and PIM (80) this previous season with Drummondville. He will likely head to Utica this upcoming season, where he could rise through the ranks quickly as the team will be in need of some offensive punch next season.

Carcone scored a nice goal during the scrimmage at Canucks development camp:

Carcone is a little smaller, measuring in at 5’10 and around 170 lbs – he does play a skilled game but isn’t afraid to mix it up and play the gritty side. He will be a player to watch for the Canucks at the Young Stars tournament this September.

Although I liked D’Aoust more personally, Carcone looks like he is a decent gamble for the Canucks. He can play the up tempo game, shown some offensive flair and isn’t afraid to get into battles to create chances.

With Carcone signed, the Canucks currently have 44 contracts, with Alexandre Grenier and Andrey Pedan left to get deals done with.