The NHL and NHLPA have ratified a 4-year CBA extension that maintains the current system while including several improvements such as a longer regular season. Players are transitioning from junior leagues to NCAA due to new eligibility options, especially Canadian juniors. Notable recent trades include Isaac Howard, the Hobey Baker Award winner, who moved from the Lightning to the Oilers to contribute to a championship chase. Gavin McKenna, the projected top overall pick, opted for NCAA hockey at Penn State, showcasing a growing trend of young players pursuing college opportunities.
The NHL and NHLPA officially ratified the 4-year CBA extension, which largely maintains the status quo with some improvements and a longer regular season.
Isaac Howard, the Hobey Baker Award winner, was traded from the Lightning to the Oilers and signed an ELC, seeking to contribute to a Stanley Cup finalist.
Canadian junior players are increasingly moving to the NCAA, taking advantage of new opportunities after U.S. court decisions impacted eligibility rules for athletes.
Next year's projected 1st overall pick Gavin McKenna has left the WHL for NCAA Penn State, furthering the trend of young players opting for college hockey.
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