The NHL's new CBA rules are shaking up the San Jose Sharks' roster strategy. Could 19-year-old Sam Dickinson join the Barracuda this season? A game-changing amendment now allows one underage player per team in the AHL, potentially fast-tracking prospects' development. It's still waiting for final approval from the CHL, but it could allow Dickinson to continue his development in the AHL.

But that's not all - the league is cracking down on LTIR loopholes and paper transactions. Teams can no longer stash high-salaried players on LTIR for cap relief, with a new $4 million limit regardless of contract size. The days of shuffling players between NHL and AHL rosters for cap gymnastics are over too.

Salary retention rules are also getting an overhaul, impacting how the Sharks can leverage their cap space at the trade deadline. No more retaining salary on already-retained contracts within 75 days, closing a popular loophole.

Meanwhile, the Sharks' rookie camp roster is packed with potential. From Michael Misa to Jake Stuart (son of Sharks legend Brad), who will stand out and earn an AHL deal?

Tune in for an in-depth breakdown of these rule changes and how they'll reshape San Jose's roster moves this season and beyond.

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