(#432) News out of Naples, plus the NCAA's amateur model might be about to change

Also: The latest on CHL players, Atlantic Hockey expansion, NCAA regional format, and more out of the Naples meetings. A mailbag with questions on AHA expansion, OT rules, and the portal & a notebook

The American Hockey Coaches Association convention is underway in Naples, Fla. this week.

In today’s issue, I have notes on the discussions surrounding CHL players and the NCAA regional format. Plus, what’s the latest on Atlantic Hockey expansion?

Also:

— The NCAA’s business model is about to change. According to ESPN, the NCAA is in negotiations to settle a lawsuit that would end the NCAA’s current amateurism model and allow it to compensate players.

— In our notebook, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman linked Denver coach David Carle with two potential openings. Clarkson added a grad assistant to its video staff, and more.

— In our mailbag, we have questions on Lindenwood, the transfer portal, and potential OT rule changes.

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