SAN JOSE — Forward John Leonard has agreed to turn professional and join the San Jose Sharks, the team announced Tuesday.
Leonard, the Sharks’ sixth round draft choice in 2018, finished his junior season at UMass-Amherst with 37 points, including an NCAA-best 27 goals, in 33 games.
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“John is a high-end shooter who is creative with the puck,” Sharks general manager Doug Wilson said in a statement. “He took big steps in both his fitness level and all-around game and became one of the most dominant offensive players in college hockey this season. We are excited to see his continued growth as a member of the Sharks organization.