Rifai scored a goal Tuesday in a 6-2 win over the Blue Jackets.
It was his first NHL goal in his fifth career game. The 28-year-old Rifai was recalled Sunday to provide depth for a injury-riddled blue line. He is in his fifth season with the AHL Marlies; his best offensive season came in 2023-24 when he scored two goals, added 17 assists and put up 71 PIM. Rifai could stick around for a few extra games with Jake McCabe (undisclosed) now out.