(#447) Rutger McGroarty's future at Michigan likely hinges on the Winnipeg Jets finding a trade partner

Rutger McGoarty announced in April that he planned to return to Michigan for the 2024-25 season. However, if the Winnipeg Jets trade his rights in the next few weeks, might that open the door for him to sign an entry-level contract?

Also in this issue:

— Union signed Josh Hauge to a contract extension through 2028-29.

— USA Hockey and the CHL are partnering up.

— Details on Northeastern’s plans to replace Matthews Arena, including where the team could play, how long construction could take, and more.

— A notebook that includes:

• Gabe Perreault confirming his return to BC

• A new president for the AHCA

• ASU’s assistant hire, the opening it creates on another staff, and who might fill that

• UNH has a new (but familiar) hockey ops director

• Union hired a new assistant coach

• UMass is hiring a new director of hockey operations

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