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Originally Posted by sureLoss
LeBrun on TSN says unsigned draft picks 1 or 2 years from their draft are exempt. HOWEVER, if the unsigned draft pick is more than 2 years from their draft date, they need to be protected or will be exposed.
Huge implications for NCAA and some Euro prospects.
For example, with the Flames- Hickey could be exposed if he isn't signed after next season.
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Kind of dumb for them to go that route tbh. If I'm a college kid, I would probably be tempted to just test UFA if I'm claimed in an expansion draft. It's not like there will be any more opportunity with an expansion team as LV will likely have decent depth but nothing high end. Lots of serviceable players to climb over and LV won't even have the fact that they drafted the kid on their side to potentially generate loyalty.
Also, why would signing a Hickey protect him from the expansion draft? He's eligible because he was drafted 3 years ago but the drafting team just needs to sign him to 'reset the clock'? Makes no sense.