NHL Waivers Update: Canucks’ Bains Available as Berggren and Kolyachonok Are Snagged
The NHL has seen significant activity on the waiver wire recently, with key player movements involving the St. Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, and Vancouver Canucks.
NHL Waivers Update
Player Claims by the Blues and Bruins
On Tuesday, two players were claimed off waivers. The St. Louis Blues acquired left winger Jonatan Berggren from the Detroit Red Wings. The Boston Bruins claimed defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok from the Dallas Stars.
Impact of Injuries on Team Decisions
The Blues’ decision to claim Berggren is not unexpected. Their current roster has been affected by injuries to forwards Jordan Kyrou, Dylan Holloway, and Jimmy Snuggerud. Berggren hopes to make an immediate impact with his new team after a disappointing tenure in Detroit.
- Berggren’s season statistics with the Red Wings: 15 games, 2 goals, 6 points.
Similarly, the Bruins are dealing with their own injury issues on defense. Players including Jonathan Aspirot, Michael Callahan, Henri Jokiharju, and Jordan Harris are sidelined. Signing Kolyachonok is a strategic move to bolster their defensive lineup.
- Kolyachonok’s season statistics with the Stars: 11 games, 1 goal, 3 points, plus-3 rating.
Vancouver Canucks’ Roster Changes
The Vancouver Canucks have placed forward Arshdeep Bains on waivers. This move is part of their ongoing roster adjustments. Bains, 24, has played in a career-high 26 games this season, recording 1 goal, 5 points, and 22 hits.
Future of Bains on Waivers
If Bains is not claimed by other teams, the Canucks can assign him to their AHL affiliate, the Abbotsford Canucks. His potential to provide forward depth may attract interest from other NHL teams.
As the season progresses, these moves highlight the strategic responses of teams to injuries and roster dynamics in the NHL.
