The Buffalo Sabres today announced the team has signed defenseman Devante Stephens to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Stephens (6'1", 172 lbs., 1/2/1997) recently completed his third season with the Kelowna Rockets (WHL), where he established career highs in goals (13), assists (22) and points (35) during the 2016-17 season. His goal total paced all Rockets defensemen and ranked ninth in the WHL.