The Calgary Flames announced today that they have signed defenceman Josh Healey from Ohio State University to a two-year, entry-level contract that starts in the 2017-18 season. The 22-year-old will join the Flames AHL affiliate, the Stockton Heat, later this week on an amateur try-out.

Healey, a native of Edmonton, Alberta, has played four years at OSU and this season he skated in 35 games for the Buckeyes and led the club's blueliners with 25 points and 21 assists. In his college career, Healey has played 133 games and recorded 60 points (12G, 48A) and 212 PIMs.

JOSH HEALEY - DEFENCE

BORN: Edmonton, AB DATE: July 12, 1994

HEIGHT: 6'1" WEIGHT: 205 lbs.

SHOOTS: Left

ACQUIRED: Signed as a free agent on Mar. 25, 2017