Zach Werenski has signed.
Unlike Mike Reilly before him, Werenski signed his deal and will spend the rest of the season on an amateur tryout contract with the Lake Erie Monsters.
"Zach Werenski is a tremendous young man and a very talented player who is going to be an important part of our organization for many years and we’re excited about him taking this first step in his professional career," said Kekalainen.
Werenski registered 11-25-36 for Michigan this season. Werenski has also represented his country. He captained Team USA to a bronze medal at the 2016 IIHF World Junior Championships.