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Michael Downing played in 105 career games on the Michigan blue line (photo: Melissa Wade).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Michigan is down a pair of defensemen heading in to the 2016-17 season.<\/p>\n

On the heels of sophomore Zach Werenski signing with the Columbus organization<\/a> earlier Tuesday, the end of the day had the school announcing that junior blueliner Michael Downing has signed an entry-level contract with the NHL’s Florida Panthers.<\/p>\n

“I’m excited,” Downing said in a news release. “It’s what every kid works for his whole life. I’m really excited for my future with the Florida Panthers.”<\/p>\n

The Panthers originally selected Downing in the fourth round (97th overall) of the 2013 NHL Draft.<\/p>\n

Downing was one of Michigan’s top defensemen in 2015-16, recording three goals and 17 assists for 20 points in 35 games. His plus-20 rating was second among Michigan defensemen and second in the Big Ten overall. He finished fourth on the team with 59 blocked shots this season.<\/p>\n

“Playing at Yost is going to be one of the things I miss the most — the fans are just incredible,” Downing added. “I’ll miss all of the coaches, Coach [Red] Berenson has helped more than in any way I could express, and I’ll definitely miss my teammates, especially the guys in my class. I couldn’t be more thankful to have them.”<\/p>\n

Downing leaves Michigan with 54 points (11 goals, 43 assists) in 105 games.<\/p>\n

In 2014-15, Downing was an All-Big Ten Second Team selection, notching 22 points (six goals, 16 assists) in 36 games. In 2013-14, Downing earned a spot on the Big Ten All-Freshman Team after recording 12 points (two goals, 10 assists in 34 games).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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