Mavs get another '14 commitment

Minnesota State had a small early signing class with forwards C.J. Franklin and Zeb Knutson of the Sioux Falls Stampede inking National Letters of Intent this month. The Mavericks will have at least one more player join them next fall, as Brad McClure of the BCHL's Penticton Vees announced his commitment on Monday:

Officially committed to Minnesota State University for next year!! Couldn't be more excited to be a Maverick for the next 4 years!
— Brad McClure (@mcClure20) November 25, 2013

McClure, 20, is the Vees' leading scorer and captain (known as "Captain Clutch"). He has 17 goals and 33 points in 25 games, ranking fourth in the BCHL in both categories. He has 12 points in his last eight games. Last season he had 27 goals and 46 points in 53 games.

The Stratford, Ontario, native originally committed to Ferris State more than a year ago but since changed his mind.

In a Vees press release, coach/general manager Fred Harbison said, "Brad has been an outstanding captain for us and an offensive threat every time he touches the ice. He will be a great addition to the Mavericks."

MSU has a nice pipeline with Penticton. Current player Bryce Gervais, Sean Flanagan and Nick Buchanan played there, and the Vees also have future Mavs Max Coatta,