Report: Maple Leafs closing in on star NCAA free agent in potential steal
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Report: Maple Leafs closing in on star NCAA free agent in potential steal
""Michigan captain TJ Hughes has emerged as one of the most sought-after college free agents, with sources indicating a double-digit number of teams are expected to pursue him once his season comes to an end.""
""Hughes has been one of the most productive players in all of college hockey during his time as a Wolverine. No active player in the country has more points in their career than the center from Hamilton, Ont.""
""On the Elite Prospects 2026 NCAA Free Agency Guide, Hughes is ranked as their No. 1 player, leading the entire class and by all accounts, looks like an automatic player to make a difference.""
T.J. Hughes, a 24-year-old center from the University of Michigan, is one of the most sought-after undrafted NCAA free agents. He has led college hockey in points and is expected to attract interest from multiple NHL teams, including the Toronto Maple Leafs, Edmonton Oilers, and Montreal Canadiens. Hughes has scored 21 goals and 56 points in 39 games this season. His decision on where to sign may come after the Frozen Four semifinal on April 9, where Michigan competes for a national championship.
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