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Blue Jackets Prospect Malte Vass Joins NCAA, Inspires Others

8/10/2025

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Blue Jackets prospect Malte Vass is making a bold move from Sweden to the NCAA next season. The talented third-round pick, who shone with Farjestad’s junior team, is seizing the opportunity created by new rules allowing CHL players to join the NCAA. This shift could inspire a wave of international players to pursue similar paths.

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Blue Jackets prospect Malte Vass is making a bold move from Sweden to the NCAA next season. The talented third-round pick, who shone with Farjestad’s junior team, is seizing the opportunity created by new rules allowing CHL players to join the NCAA. This shift could inspire a wave of international players to pursue similar paths.