Hi EA_Aljo,
Thank you very much for your reply.
Following your comment about the rights being the usual reason why an Alumni player may not be included, I contacted Mariusz Czerkawski's representatives in Poland directly.
I have now received a response from them. They confirmed that if EA Sports is interested in including Mariusz Czerkawski in the game, they are ready to enter into discussions regarding the compensation and licensing of his likeness.
So there is a party representing Mariusz who is willing to discuss the necessary rights directly with EA Sports.
If possible, could you please pass this additional information to the appropriate NHL licensing/Alumni team? I can provide EA with the direct business contact to Mariusz Czerkawski's representative so that both parties can communicate directly.
Thank you again for passing my request along. I really appreciate it.
Marcin