Some information on that "secret draft" is in the Edmonton Sun today. The league has partnered with an analytics group in London, who presents a list of international players to the 7 clubs, who then can elect to sign players from that list if they choose. Helps cut down on scouting costs.
https://edmontonsun.com/sports/socce...ational-talent
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“It’s still ultimately up to the clubs to have the autonomy to choose these players,” Friend said. “But it’s a much more efficient process, versus the way soccer normally works around the globe where it’s every club for themselves.
“This will enable clubs to invest in other areas instead of scouting and recruiting. It’s a far more efficient process and I believe that this innovative approach is going to be adopted by many leagues around the world and we’re excited that the Canadian Premier League is the first league to do this.”
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