ShootThePuckCoyotes
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I just read some where that the reason that they suspend the player in this situation is so they can retain their rights to that particular player. I will try to find the link and post it.
http://www.azcentral.com/sports/coyotes/articles/1130yotesnb1130.html
"We are very disappointed in Enver's decision to not report to the San Antonio Rampage," Coyotes General Manager Mike Barnett said. " . . . We waited two full years after drafting him before bringing him over (to North America). We were conscious of not wanting to rush him. It's not always easy for young players from those countries to adapt to life in America, particularly if it calls for time in the minors. But going there and learning the game is part of being a pro and paying the price. He left us no choice but to suspend him at this time."
By suspending Lisin, the Coyotes preserve their rights to him.
"If he wants to come back to the NHL at any point in time, the road leads through Phoenix," Barnett said.
http://www.azcentral.com/sports/coyotes/articles/1130yotesnb1130.html
"We are very disappointed in Enver's decision to not report to the San Antonio Rampage," Coyotes General Manager Mike Barnett said. " . . . We waited two full years after drafting him before bringing him over (to North America). We were conscious of not wanting to rush him. It's not always easy for young players from those countries to adapt to life in America, particularly if it calls for time in the minors. But going there and learning the game is part of being a pro and paying the price. He left us no choice but to suspend him at this time."
By suspending Lisin, the Coyotes preserve their rights to him.
"If he wants to come back to the NHL at any point in time, the road leads through Phoenix," Barnett said.