Knies will return to the University of Minnesota for the 2022-23 campaign, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Knies was a second-round pick in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft after developing in the USHL. The 19-year-old forward tallied 15 goals and 33 points through 33 games this season and helped lead the Golden Gophers to the Frozen Four semi-finals. He could sign his entry-level deal after next season.