Klepov Forgoes Michigan State, Signs NHL Deal

Nikita Klepov signs with Anaheim Ducks, won't be on Spartans' roster

Nikita Klepov signed an NHL contract with Anaheim one day after officially being announced on Michigan State's 2026-27 roster.

Klepov Forgoes Michigan State, Signs NHL Deal

Michigan State's record five first-round picks taken in last month's NHL Draft, is down to four.Incoming freshman Nikita Klepov, who was selected No. 15 overall, has decided to instead sign with Anaheim, the team that selected him.Despite all the eligibility changes in the NCAA, signing an entry-level NHL contract is definitely something that makes you ineligible for college hockey. Klepov, who was...