Four Players Hit Waivers, Including a Former Cup Winner, and Could Be an Intriguing Option for the Habs
About 48 hours before the famous NHL trade deadline, there has been some action on the waiver wire.
As reported by insider Elliotte Friedman, four players are available for free today.
Puljujarvi is on waivers because he signed a two-way contract with the Panthers.
Fischer (DET) has also been placed on waivers."
Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet
Speaking of waivers, it's also worth mentioning that Cam Atkinson and Logan Brown (Tampa Bay) were not claimed in the last few hours.
Chris Johnston, TSN
Four Players Placed on NHL Waivers
Let's take a quick look at these players.
Jordan Oesterle, 32, is a left-handed defenseman who has recorded 6 points in 22 games with the Boston Bruins this season. (92 points in 393 career games in the NHL)
Jesse Puljujarvi, 26, is a forward with 9 points in 26 games this season with the Pittsburgh Penguins. (127 points in 382 career NHL games)
Jakub Vrana, 29, is a forward with 11 points in 26 games this season with the Washington Capitals. (220 points in 393 career NHL games)
Finally, Christian Fischer, 27, is a forward with 7 points in 45 games this season with the Detroit Red Wings. (137 points in 522 career NHL games)
Situations to monitor..
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