"The Phoenix Coyotes have signed defenseman Connor Murphy, their first pick in the 2011 draft, to an entry-level contract.

Murphy was selected with the 20th overall pick in June's draft.

"We are happy to sign Connor to an entry-level contract," said Coyotes general manager Don Maloney in a statement. "He is a terrific talent and we look forward to seeing him in a Coyotes uniform in the future."

Murphy played just 11 games with the United States National Under-18 Team from 2009-11 because of injury and recorded three goals with one assist."