Michigan State hockey commit declines NTDP invite, staying in WHL

[ASFN Admin]

A Michigan State hockey commit has made a massive decision for his future of prep hockey, prior to joining the Spartans in East Lansing.

According to a report, Gavin Burcar has declined an invite to join the United States National Development Program, and instead, stay in the WHL and play another season with the Spokane Chiefs. He spent 63 games with the Chiefs in 2025-26.

A 6-foot-2 right shot forward from Villa Park, California, Burcar is a 2009-born player and is expected to join Michigan State in 2027-28. He will be NHL Entry Draft eligible in 2027.

17s Natty Camp Cooler Talk:

Sounds like F Gerry DiCunzulo, who did not attend natty camp after being selected by NY, will be leaving the OHL for NTDP.

Penn State commit had 9 pts in 39 GP for Peterborough last year.

Also: Shorter, Conboy, Burcar all declined NTDP invites.

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