The Washington Capitals have allowed their exclusive drafting rights to Haakon Hanelt and Brett Hyland to expire, as they did not sign them to entry-level contracts by the June 1 deadline. Hanelt, a 2021 fifth-round pick, had spent the last season playing in Germany, showcasing some promise in the DEL and DEL2, while Hyland was selected in the seventh round of the 2023 draft and played college hockey in Canada. As a result of this decision, both players become free agents.
The Capitals have let go of their exclusive rights to draft picks Haakon Hanelt and Brett Hyland after failing to sign them by the June 1 deadline.
Haakon Hanelt, a 2021 fifth-round pick by the Capitals, played in Germany last season and had some AHL experience, while Brett Hyland from the 2023 draft played in Canadian college hockey.
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