Sources: BC stars Ryan Leonard, Gabe Perreault going pro

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With Boston College knocked out of the NCAA tournament, the Eagles' top forwards are heading to the NHL.

Washington Capitals top prospect Ryan Leonard is expected to sign his entry level contract on Monday and could debut as soon as Tuesday in Boston, sources told ESPN.

Leonard's longtime linemate Gabe Perreault is expected to sign his entry level contract with the New York Rangers on Monday or Tuesday, sources told ESPN.

Leonard, 20, would be foregoing his final two seasons in college after BC was eliminated by Denver University in the regional final on Sunday night.

Leonard, the Capitals' 2023 first-round pick, was the Hockey East Player of the Year after leading the NCAA…