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Originally Posted by Groot
If this has been discussed or clarified I apologize, but can anyone confirm how the rights to Curran work?
He hasnt signed an ELC, .and looking into it I found this article from Colorado that claims his rights expire after this season, and he's already declared for UMass next season.
https://www.milehighhockey.com/prosp...-elc-decisions |
When he declared he was going to the NCAA, his rights should have converted from a "junior" draft pick under the CBA to a "college" draft pick (we saw that will players like Lipinski this year). This would extend his rights to at least June 1, 2028 (4 years after he was drafted). However, if he remains in college beyond June 1, 2028, the Flames would own his rights either until 30 days after he declares he's leaving college, or August 15, 2030 if he plays all 4 years.
Unless he really struggles in college, I doubt he'll play all 4 years and will likely sign after one or two college seasons.