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getbak · 03-24-2025, 02:14 PM

If he goes back for his senior year, the Flames will retain his rights until August 15, 2026.

However, he has the option of leaving college after this season and becoming a UFA. If he chooses to do so, he would become a UFA on June 1 or 30 days after he files his intention to leave college with NHL Central Registry, whichever is later.

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Edit to add: If he signs with the Flames after his season ends, he could potentially burn the first year of his contract and collect a nice signing bonus while hitting RFA status at the end of next season. He could also sign a contract that starts next season and join the Wranglers for the end of the season and playoffs.

He can't do either of those things if he waits to become a free agent.

03-24-2025, 02:14 PM	#305
getbak Franchise Player Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Calgary, AB Exp:	If he goes back for his senior year, the Flames will retain his rights until August 15, 2026. However, he has the option of leaving college after this season and becoming a UFA. If he chooses to do so, he would become a UFA on June 1 or 30 days after he files his intention to leave college with NHL Central Registry, whichever is later. ... Edit to add: If he signs with the Flames after his season ends, he could potentially burn the first year of his contract and collect a nice signing bonus while hitting RFA status at the end of next season. He could also sign a contract that starts next season and join the Wranglers for the end of the season and playoffs. He can't do either of those things if he waits to become a free agent. __________________ Turn up the good, turn down the suck! Last edited by getbak; 03-24-2025 at 02:22 PM.