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Post by Bob on Jun 27, 2004 23:16:28 GMT -5
Apparently he was signed by the Flyers for two years after playing five games for Hamilton last year  |
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Post by M. Beaux-Eaux on Jun 28, 2004 7:21:53 GMT -5
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Originally Posted by rob_paxon
Pardon my ignorance, but what exactly is an amateur try-out contract? Is it a contract with the Sabres, such as one meeting the two-year criteria for signing draftees?
I definitely hope the best for Wideman, I'd like to see him reach the NHL someday.
In essence it is a short-term contract (10 games is the norm), transitioning from amateur status (typically junior or collegiate). PTO's are professional try-out contracts for those already in the pro ranks (like Geoff Peters initial deal with the Amerks/Sabres). An ATO does count toward professional status if a player plays games--like Curtis Brown or Wayne Primeau debuting in the final game of '94-95 season. If they do not come to an agreement this summer by June 1st on a longer term deal, he'll be a UFA.
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