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New NCAA Rule Boosts CHL Players' College Opportunities

9/29/2025

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NCAA rule lets Canadian Hockey League (CHL) players compete at U.S. colleges, expanding development options; 325 are committed.
NHL Central Scouting chief Dan Marr says the change benefits players and teams.
Hockey East Commissioner Steve Metcalf predicts college hockey will supply two-thirds of NHL players.
Some worry younger CHL players face older college athletes; teams adjust drafts and rosters deepen.

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Story summary

NCAA rule lets Canadian Hockey League (CHL) players compete at U.S. colleges, expanding development options; 325 are committed.
NHL Central Scouting chief Dan Marr says the change benefits players and teams.
Hockey East Commissioner Steve Metcalf predicts college hockey will supply two-thirds of NHL players.
Some worry younger CHL players face older college athletes; teams adjust drafts and rosters deepen.