Sure, free agency is in full swing right now, but that doesn’t mean the prospect scene is dormant. The CHL held its import draft last week, meaning many European phenoms now have major junior teams to call their own. And of course with the draft over, the CHL-NCAA war kicks into high gear. Washington pick Connor Carrick made one of the first moves, heading to Plymouth instead of the University of Michigan. Here’s a wrap-up of the action with an eye toward the NHL’s future.

Mikko Vainonen, D – HIFK (Fin.)
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