Finn Sears Commits To Boston College
A native of Medford, Mass., Sears played for The Rivers School in 2024-25, where he tallied 53 points (22 goals, 31 assists) in 28 games.
A 2009-born skater, Sears will join NTDP for the upcoming season before making the jump to the NCAA to play for the Eagles in 2027-28.
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