Ottawa Sens: Forward Stephen Halliday signed to entry-level contract [Video]

The Ottawa Senators announced Friday that the team has signed forward Stephen Halliday to a two-year, entry-level contract, starting with the 2024-25 season.

“For the duration of 2023-24, Halliday has signed an amateur tryout agreement and will report to the American Hockey League’s Belleville Senators,” said president of hockey operations and general manager Steve Staios in a news release.

Halliday, 21, is a native of Ajax, Ont. has recently completed his second season of college eligibility with the Ohio State University (Big-10) Buckeyes, leading the team in both assists (26) and points (36) while ranking second in goals (10), reads the release.

“Stephen showcases a good combination of size and skill which is going to be invaluable to him as he progresses in pro hockey,” said Staios.

“As a playmaker who enjoyed success at the collegiate level, we’re pleased with both his progress and that he’s made the decision to …