DeSimone was waived by New Jersey on Sunday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
DeSimone signed a one-year contract with New Jersey in late June but was unable to earn a spot on the team's Opening Night roster. He made 34 regular-season appearances in the NHL between Calgary and New Jersey last year, recording two goals and seven points while averaging 13:29 of ice time. DeSimone will likely head to the AHL if he clears waivers.