The NHL has reached the critical phase of finalizing its opening-night rosters. Following the conclusion of the pre-season, teams have begun making tough decisions regarding their rosters. On Sunday, teams initiated the process of roster cuts, with many players placed on waivers to potentially join AHL clubs.
NHL Teams Waive Players in Roster Cuts Before Opening Night
- Edmonton Oilers: Max Jones
- Montreal Canadiens: Sammy Blais, Kaapo Kähkönen
- Ottawa Senators: Hayden Hodgson, Jan Jenik, Arthur Kaliyev, Olle Lycksell, Mads Sogaard, Lassi Thomson
- Toronto Maple Leafs: Matt Benning, Dakota Mermis, Michael Pezzetta, Henry Thrun
- Winnipeg Jets: Walker Duehr, Ville Heinola
Goaltender Cuts Spark Interest
Several notable goaltenders from U.S. teams have also been waived, creating interest within the league. These include:
- Michael DiPietro (Boston Bruins)
- Nico Daws (New Jersey Devils)
- Clay Stevenson (Washington Capitals)
Additional Players Placed on Waivers
Here are more players who have been placed on waivers as teams prepare for the upcoming season:
- Boston Bruins: Jonathan Aspirot, Matej Blumel, Michael DiPietro, Alex Steeves
- Buffalo Sabres: Joshua Dunne
- Carolina Hurricanes: Cayden Primeau
- Colorado Avalanche: Jack Ahcan, Keaton Middleton
- Detroit Red Wings: Erik Gustafsson, Justin Holl
- Florida Panthers: Jack Studnicka
- Minnesota Wild: Calvin Petersen, Tyler Pitlick
- New Jersey Devils: Calen Addison, Nicolas Daws, Jonathan Gruden, Mike Hardman, Nathan Legare
- Philadelphia Flyers: Carl Grundstrom
- San Jose Sharks: Pavol Regenda
- Tampa Bay Lightning: Declan Carlile
- Utah Mammoth: Curtis Douglas
- Vegas Golden Knights: Jonas Rondbjerg
- Washington Capitals: Ethen Frank, Clay Stevenson
Key Dates Ahead
The deadline for NHL teams to finalize their opening-night rosters is fast approaching. Teams must submit their final lists by Monday at 5 p.m. ET. The excitement builds as the regular season is set to commence on Tuesday.
