The maximum period for changes in CBA will not be implemented as early as possible, but the draft rights may be possible
The next CBA’s new free agent rules will not be implemented in advance, and the draft rights may be
SportsNet: Elliotte Friedman on 32 Thoughts: Podcast – Trentadue Pensieri commented on Ron Hainesey, he will make some changes to the new CBA (some changes to the new CBA) before this. Draft rights and changes in the maximum term allow for free agents.
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“The other thing that Hainsey specifically addressed is that even though the new CBA takes effect on September 15, 2026, it is clear that there is a conversation between the league and the Players Association about whether certain changes will work.
And, for example, the draft rights will be discussed in the draft next year to discuss whether the draft rights should be changed.
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However, one thing we mentioned in previous podcasts is that there are rumors that the new contract rules may take effect on July 1 next year. For example, currently, a team re-signs a player for up to eight years, but if you sign with someone else, it’s up to seven years. Under the new CBA, it will be seven and six.
Moreover, as part of the salary, there are also restrictions on the amount of bonus payments that can be provided.
For example, if you are there, Connor McDavid – Edmonton, Jack Eichel – Las Vegas, Kirill Kaprizov – Minnesota, Kyle Connor – Winnipeg, Alex Tuch – Buffalo. Name all players next July 1, which may be unlimited free agents.
One thing that Hainsey is clearly manifested, you will hear his answer is that these new regulations will come into effect on July 1 next year. Therefore, all these players who are still affected by next season can sign contracts under current rules. New ones won’t come sooner. And I think for a lot of fans, they want to be clear about it, and now they know it. ”
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