Florida Panthers President of Hockey Operations Dale Tallon announced today that the Panthers have signed forward Denis Malgin to a three-year, entry-level contract. As per club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed.
The 19-year old Malgin recorded 17 points (5-12-17) in 38 games during the 2015-16 season with ZSC Lions of the Swiss National League A and recorded one assist in three playoff games. Malgin won the Swiss Cup with ZSC Lions and recorded two points (1-1-2) in five games of the tournament. He also played in seven games this season with GC Küsnacht Lions of the Swiss National League B and recorded five points (2-3-5).