The Arizona Coyotes on Monday announced the signing of their 2017 first-round pick Pierre-Olivier Joseph to a three-year, entry-level deal.
Joseph, 18, was drafted 23rd overall by the Coyotes in the 2017 draft.
The defenseman is currently in his third season with the QMJHL's Charlottetown Islanders, where he has tallied 21 points in 23 games this season. The Laval, Quebec, native posted 39 points in 62 games last season — as well as six points in 13 playoff games in March.
The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Prior to his selection in June, the 6-foot-2-inch, 161-pound Joseph was ranked No.