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Samu Salminen Chooses Pro Hockey | New Jersey Devils News
Samu Salminen, the New Jersey Devils’ 2021 draft pick and Denver’s captain who lit up the NCAA with 29 points last season, is officially skipping his fifth year of college hockey — and the door to a potential eligibility loophole may have just slammed shut. Now 23, he’s weighing a direct AHL path with the Devils’ affiliate against the allure of Europe’s elite leagues like Sweden or Russia, where top-tier competition could accelerate his pro development. Known for leadership, smart two-way play, and that signature “Michigan” move, Salminen’s decision will shape his NHL future — and he’s…
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