"Johnny Beecher has made the decision to leave Michigan and the Bruins are excited that Johnny will immediately begin his professional career with the Providence Bruins," said Sweeney.
"We are appreciative to Mel Pearson and the Michigan coaching staff as they did a great job with his overall development. The Bruins and Johnny are leaving all options open with regards to his availability for the remainder of this season and playoffs. We will continue to communicate with his agent, Cam Stewart, while Johnny starts to play games and as we work towards finalizing his ELC."
Beecher, 21, spent the past three seasons at the University of Michigan. The 6-foot-3, 209-pound center appeared in 81 games for the Wolverines, recording 19 goals and 20 assists for 39 points and a plus-14 rating.
The Elmira, NY native represented the U.S. at the 2020 World Junior Championships, appearing in five games for the Americans.
Beecher was drafted by the Bruins in the first round (30th overall) of the 2019 NHL Entry draft.
