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Bruins just keep getting stronger, sign Dougie Hamilton

Boston Bruins v New York Islanders - Rookie Game

UNIONDALE, NY - SEPTEMBER 12: Dougie Hamilton #53 of the Boston Bruins skates against the New York Islanders during a rookie game exhibition at Nassau Coliseum on September 12, 2011 in Uniondale, New York. The Bruins defeated the Islanders 8-5. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

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Peter Chiarelli and the Bruins signed 2011 first-round pick Dougie Hamilton to a three-year entry level contract on Thursday—and the rich just keep on getting richer. It might not be the most surprising news of the week, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less important for the Boston Bruins’ future.

If you aren’t familiar with Hamilton, you will be. Hamilton was the ninth overall pick in the 2011 draft; one of the picks the Bruins obtained from Toronto in the infamous Phil Kessel trade. Hamilton was regarded as one of the best two-way defensemen available in June’s entry draft and hasn’t shown any signs of slowing down this season. He’s already won OHL Defenseman of the Month honors twice this season and it’s only December. He received an invite to Canada’s National Junior Team Selection Camp represent in hopes of representing Canada at the World Junior Championships later this month. Things are going well.

It’s no wonder that GM Chiarelli expects the young Hamilton to compete for a spot on the Bruins’ roster next season. The 6’4” blueliner has a huge shot, knows how to play the offensive game, and can use his size in the defensive zone. At 18-years-old, he already looks like he’s ready to make the jump to the NHL. Just wait until he gets another year of season with the Niagara Ice Dogs.

Hamilton celebrated the contract in style tonight. One goal, two assists, three points, and the No. 1 star of the game. Not a bad way to commemorate the contract.