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Ferraro scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Saturday's 6-5 preseason win over the Golden Knights.

Ferraro tallied early in the third period, tying the game at 3-3. The 26-year-old defenseman could be the Sharks' top overall blueliner this year, but he has little fantasy upside given his career high in points is 21 from 78 games last season. He'll have extra value in formats that count hits and blocked shots -- he's produced at least 100 of each in three straight years -- but Ferraro is also likely to be heavily in the red for plus-minus rating since he'll play a lot of minutes on a poor team.

Perunovich scored a power-play goal on two shots in Saturday's 6-2 preseason loss to the Blackhawks.

Perunovich's best path to playing time at the NHL level will come from how productive he can be on the power play, so Saturday was a step in the right direction. How many chances he gets in that role remains to be seen, as Justin Faulk and Philip Broberg appear set to begin the campaign on the man advantage. Perunovich had 17 points, all assists, and six coming on the power play over 54 contests last season.

Allan scored a goal, added an assist and went plus-3 in Saturday's 6-2 preseason win over the Blues.

Allan has a chance to make the Blackhawks' Opening Night roster as a seventh defenseman. The 21-year-old put up a respectable 17 points in 60 games with AHL Rockford last season, his first year of pro hockey. His game is based on being reliable in his own zone and an effective shutdown defender, which will likely translate to third-pairing usage once he's a full-time NHLer.

Sebrango was reassigned to AHL Belleville on Saturday.

Sebrango was called up for the Senators' preseason finale. The 22-year-old was not going to stick around to start the NHL campaign, and he'll likely spend most of the 2024-25 season in the AHL.

McCabe (upper body) is likely to practice Monday, Joshua Kloke of The Athletic reports.

McCabe didn't play in Saturday's preseason finale versus the Red Wings, but the Maple Leafs likely took a precautionary approach with his injury. Assuming he can practice without further issues, the 30-year-old defenseman will probably suit up for Opening Night on Wednesday versus the Canadiens.

Chabot (undisclosed) will play in Saturday's preseason game versus the Canadiens, Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia reports.

Chabot left Tuesday's contest for precautionary reasons, so it's no surprise he's back for the preseason finale. The 27-year-old defenseman is poised to fill a top-four role in 2024-25, assuming he can stay healthy. That said, he's missed at least 14 games in each of the last three seasons.

Bichsel was reassigned to AHL Texas on Saturday.

Bichsel had two goals, four points and 28 PIM in 29 regular-season games with Rogle BK in Sweden in 2023-24. He also registered one goal, seven points and 34 PIM across 16 regular-season outings with AHL Texas. Selected with the No. 18 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, Bichsel is a towering defenseman with plenty of potential, but he'll need more time to hone his skills before eventually making his NHL debut.

Harrington (upper body) was released from his professional tryout agreement with the Blues on Sept. 26.

Harrington had been dealing with an injury during training camp, but his release suggests he should be available for AHL Springfield. St. Louis also released forwards Matthew Peca and Sam Bitten from their tryouts. Harrington, Peca and Bitten all have AHL contracts for the 2024-25 season.

Hirose (concussion) was reassigned to AHL Abbotsford on Saturday.

Hirose had been dealing with a concussion, but his demotion suggests he's been cleared to play. During the 2023-24 regular season, he had two assists in 33 outings with Abbotsford and no points, three hits and five blocks in three NHL appearances with Vancouver.

Mackey hit the waiver wire Saturday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Mackey played only one game for the Rangers in 2023-24, picking up a fighting major and three blocked shots. The 28-year-old spent most of the 2023-24 campaign at AHL Hartford, where he had two goals and nine points in 44 regular-season contests.