One of the most confusing, but relevant, parts of the NHL's Collective Bargaining Agreement relates to entry level contracts and how they're allowed to "slide". Now, deciphering the NHL's Collective Bargaining Agreement is one of life's most painful, tedious, and unpleasant things. But knowing the contract and cap situation of the Calgary Flames, I thought it might be relevant to look at the different scenarios when an ELC can be pushed for another year. I'll try my best to do it in terms that won't make your head explode.
When I use the term "slide" I mean the occasion when a standard ELC gets extended for an additional year.