Islanders Sign Brock Nelson To Entry-Level Contract

[chilly666]

The New York Islanders announced today that forward Brock Nelson has agreed to terms on an Entry Level Contract (ECL).

Nelson, 20, led the University of North Dakota Fighting Sioux in points (47) and goals (28) in 42 games as a sophomore. The Warroad, MN, native ranked third in the nation in goals and tied for 12th in points.

Nelson was named to the all-tournament teams at both the Red Baron Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA) Final Five and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) West Regional. He finished the year with five goals in his last five playoff games, leading UND to a third straight Broadmoor Trophy as WCHA champion and a berth in the regional championship game. Nelson was named the Inside College Hockey “WCHA Breakthrough Player Of The Year” and to the 2011-12 All-College Hockey News Second Team.

The Islanders selected Nelson in the first round, 30 overall, of the 2010 National Hockey League Entry Draft. He scored 21 points (8g/13a) in 42 games as a freshman at the University of North Dakota. Nelson recorded a point in every game of his senior season at Warroad High School in Minnesota, finishing with 39 goals and 34 assists in 25 games and being selected one of 10 finalists for the state’s prestigious “Mr. Hockey” Award.

[BobNystromOwnsU]

I've read a lot of Isles fan talk about him as being the best prospect we have.

[IhateLindros]

Originally Posted by BobNystromOwnsU

I've read a lot of Isles fan talk about him as being the best prospect we have.

May be second best. Andres Lee might be the best. Either way, I am stoked that we have Nelson in the fold. He signed an ATO with Bridgeport today and MAY play tomorrow!

The kids a beast and (hopefully) will only get better.

[Two-Four]

I am kind of excited about this. I've been wondering how his development has been going. I have to admit, I'm not completely sure what he brings or at least has the potential of bringing.

[chilly666]

a pure goal scorer

[Gunslinger]

I mis-read the post and thought they signed Brock Lesner.

[Isles4life]

Good stuff. I haven't gotten to see too many of his college games, but I'm excited to see that Nelson's joining Bridgeport. He had an impressive year with North Dakota and I hope he's able to transition that effective play to the professional level. This organization desperately needs him to eventually turn into a strong contributor at the NHL level...while still a member of the Islanders.