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Finnish prospect Markus Loponen was drafted by Winnipeg in the 5th round back on June 29th and less than a week later he was selected by the Victoria Royals of the WHL in the CHL Import Draft.
Photo Credit: Colby Spence (Illegal Curve)
He had been scheduled to play in Finland this season with Karpat but as per Lassi Alanen (Director of European Scouting for Elite Prospects):
“Kärpät announces the team has terminated their contract with Markus Loponen (WPG) following a request from the player, and that Loponen will be heading to the CHL for the upcoming season.”
Interesting development as Winnipeg will now have him a little closer to Manitoba as they watch the 18-year old forward develop next season.
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