Source: Miami Herald

Nick Bjugstad has a decision to make. He promises not to make anyone wait too long.

Bjugstad, a first-round draft pick by the Panthers, can return to the University of Minnesota for his junior year or turn pro and battle for an NHL roster spot in Florida.

"It's going to be a tough one," Bjugstad said after the second day of the Panthers' prospect camp Tuesday. "There are pros and cons to both sides. I should probably just write them down on a sheet of paper and add everything up."

The Panthers say they won't try and sway Bjugstad either way.

"It's up to him," general manager Dale Tallon said. "Whatever he decides to do. If he wants to turn pro and fight for a roster spot, we'll go forward. If he wants to go back to school then we'll let him do that. We never tell kids to play in junior or to leave school. Let the kids do what they want to do. They'll tell you when they are ready."

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