As the dust settles from the NHL Trade Deadline, it's time to peek ahead a bit and preview the amateur tryout players who could be added to the Texas Stars roster in the coming months.
From the glossary, here's a summary of the ATO process:
ATOs are usually signed toward the end of the season with players who are coming out of college or major junior. Often, these players are draft picks of the affiliated NHL club and will join the club to get a headstart on what will be their team for the coming season.