The Western Hockey League officially introduced Calgary's Landon DuPont as the second player in league history to be granted exceptional status by Hockey Canada.
Dupont, 14, centre, will play in the WHL next season thanks to his "exceptional status." The defenceman will be 15 years old when he starts playing in the league.The Western Hockey League officially introduced Calgary's Landon DuPont as the second player in league history to be granted exceptional status by Hockey Canada.
"Landon is a fine young man, who not only possesses tremendous talent on the ice, but has been raised with solid moral character, a positive attitude and a great work ethic,” said WHL commissioner Dan Near.DuPont caught everyone’s attention with his play at the Circle K Classic back in December, where he stood out despite playing against players who were years older than he is. Now he'll be playing against some players who are five years older than he is in the WHL.
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