Something often overlooked when we talk about entry level contracts, is slide eligiblity and how it is determined. We all know entry level slides exist, but I’m often asked on any given to explain the slide rules.
Not every entry level contract can slide. The requirements for games played are clear; 9 games max. But what decides which ELC can slide and which ones can’t? We need to take a look at the CBA for that one so allow me to explain.
ELC’s in a nutshell
Entry level contracts can be 1, 2, or 3 years which is explained in CBA article 9.