WHL reveals rules for Vees' expansion draft
- The Western Hockey League announced rules for the 2025 Expansion Draft on Thursday, April 24.
- This draft provides the new Penticton Vees expansion team a key roster-building opportunity.
- WHL clubs may protect players on May 6 by choosing one of two protection options.
- Penticton can select one player from each of 22 clubs, totaling 22 players for its roster.
- The Vees will play in the BC Division next season and dress four 20-year-old players.
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WHL announces rules, regulations for 2025 expansion draft
Penticton can select one player from each of the 22 other clubs
WHL announces rules for Penticton Vees expansion draft - Spokane Chiefs
Calgary, Alta. – The Western Hockey League announced today the rules and regulations for the 2025 WHL Expansion Draft, which will serve as a key roster-building tool for the expansion Penticton Vees, ahead of the 2025-26 WHL Regular Season. The 2025 WHL Expansion Draft is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7. The following rules have been approved for the 2025 WHL Expansion Draft: Protected Lists On Tuesday, May 6, WHL Clubs will be permitted to prot…
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