Kingpin794
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is there a set amount or is this something that is different from player to player?
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only in the offseason, once puck drop happens it’s up to the two teams to negotiate
ohloutsider
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Depending on talent level of course but this might be cheaper than picking up the fees of an education package you would inherit in a trade. Cost has to be considered both ways.
Everything is moving fast but there is little doubt the CHL is going to expect players to honour their contract and play their four years or risk loosing their school package.
And I really don't see the NCAA competing directly with the CHL for players but instead offering continuing development for the remaining 99% of players who do not sign a pro contract.
The NCAA D1 programs have resources and facilities better than most CHL / AHL and some NHL teams. Factor in all the intangibles including education, training, experience, NIL, etc and I doubt the kids will have any hesitation in choosing the NCAA route if offered.
And I really don't see the NCAA competing directly with the CHL for players but instead offering continuing development for the remaining 99% of players who do not sign a pro contract.
The NCAA D1 programs have resources and facilities better than most CHL / AHL and some NHL teams. Factor in all the intangibles including education, training, experience, NIL, etc and I doubt the kids will have any hesitation in choosing the NCAA route if offered.
donjohnson
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This is clarified in the FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions Pertaining to NCAA Player Eligibility Changes - Ontario Hockey League
1. What NCAA eligibility change has taken place? Canadian Hockey League players have been deemed eligible for NCAA Division I hockey programs following a decision ratified November 7, 2024 by the NCAA’s Division I Council. The language that outlines the specific NCAA eligibility change that goes...
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I really like how London isn’t afraid to use Jr B for even some of their higher end prospects, rather than playing depth roles as a 16 year old. Worked well for Cowan, Bonk and now Mitchell seems to be another good example. I’ve liked him a lot at the U17’s so far playing with his peers.
coolhandluc44
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The thing about London also is that they have a reputation and track record that as a young player you can feel confident in. It also does not hurt to say listen we will bring you up for a few games to get some experience and you also wont loose a year of your education funding (for those that care) but your main focus is going to be in Junior B for the year
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Very interested to see how teams play this. If you're getting a young player for 2 years and your team isn't good, would be hard to justify giving that player PP time and top line minutes, knowing he's going to leave your team after 2 years and then when you are ready to win, he's gone and now all those PP reps you used on him would've been better off used to get someone else ready for your win window
Once you got him it is up to you to make him want to stay!!
coolhandluc44
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You also have to wonder that now with a CHL player pool to choose from how many of those previous commitments won’t be honoured by NCAA teams.
For example Mason Roy who signed in Owen Sound. He committed to Providence College. Providence College now has this expanded player pool to choose from. So if Mason fails to impress Providence could walk away him and Mason waiting to go to Providence College could have all been for nothing. Maybe he catches on with another team but nothing is a given.
If I were a players agent, I would advise my client to get on an CHL team even if the end goal is NCAA. With more players to choose from and moving forward the CHL hypothetically getting the best Under 19 players I think there will be more pressure to prove you’re skills in the CHL first to NCAA teams and also to have a fall back education option should you not catch on to an NCAA team.
I guess. I find it interesting from roster management. If a player is in the OHL and has plans on NCAA if he's going there would he ever accept a trade? He could easily jump to the NCAA. That can prevent OHL teams making moves. OHL teams may take more chances now at US players as well. It will be more wild west for the OHL but it's been that in the NCAA for a few years now. You either adjust or get left behind.
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100%. It's like NCAA football/basketball with NIL and the transfer portal. You constantly are recruiting, even the guys already on your team
