Ryan Leonard and Gabe Perreault Set to Join NHL Teams in Playoff Push

The collegiate hockey stars are leaving Boston College to sign entry-level contracts with the Capitals and Rangers as their teams prepare for critical postseason runs.

• Ryan Leonard is expected to sign his NHL entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals on Monday, potentially debuting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
• Gabe Perreault is anticipated to finalize his entry-level deal with the New York Rangers by Tuesday as the team fights for the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
• Leonard, the 2023 Hockey East Player of the Year, led the NCAA with 30 goals this season and concluded his collegiate career with 109 total points.
• Perreault, drafted 23rd overall by the Rangers in 2023, recorded 16 goals and 48 points this season, adding offensive depth to New York's playoff push.
• The Capitals have already secured a playoff berth and are in contention for the Presidents' Trophy, while integrating Leonard into a roster balancing retooling and postseason ambitions.

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