Sharks sign prized prospect Will Smith to a 3-year deal after first stellar college season

The San Jose Sharks have signed Boston College hockey star Will Smith to a three-year entry-level contract after one stellar season at the school. The 19-year-old Smith led the nation with 71 points and 46 assists as a freshman and was tied for sixth in the country with 25 goals in 41 games. Smith was picked fourth overall in last year's draft and felt he is ready to move on from college and attempt to play in the NHL. "To be honest personally, I think it was time to take that next step," Smith said.