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Originally Posted by Flames Fan, Ph.D.
Out of curiosity, what is the timeframe/window for signing a college player in Hickey's situation? Do the Flames have a free run at him until the first day of classes in the fall?
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they can sign him whenever they want. The only caveat is that as soon he signs, his college hockey career is over. But other than that, the Flames can sign him at any time as they own his rights until August 15 2018.
Players can also sign an ELC, play pro hockey and go back to classes in the summer to finish their degree. Gaudreau did so last year IIRC.