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06/30/2015 14:16 EDT | Updated 06/30/2016 01:12 EDT

Flames sign newly-acquired defenceman Dougie Hamilton to six-year contract

CALGARY - The Calgary Flames have signed Dougie Hamilton to a six-year contract.Hamilton's deal is reportedly worth US$34.5 million.That means the 22-year-old defenceman will count $5.75 million against the salary cap through 2020-21.The Flames acquired Hamilton from the Boston Bruins on Friday for the 15th, 42nd and 57th picks in the NHL draft.Hamilton is coming off career highs in goals (10), assists (32) and points (42).The Toronto native was the ninth pick in 2011, which the Bruins got from the Maple Leafs in the Phil Kessel trade.

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