Will Butcher, the 2017 Hobey Baker Award-winning defenseman from the University of Denver, has signed an NHL entry-level contract with the New Jersey Devils. The 2013 Avalanche fifth-round draft pick, who turned down Colorado’s offer and became an unrestricted free agent Aug. 16, announced his decision to sign with the Devils on Sunday. Butcher, who served as DU’s captain last season as a senior, also considered the Buffalo Sabres, Los Angeles Kings and expansion Vegas Golden Knights.