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Karlsson (upper body) took the ice in a regular sweater with the main group Friday, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.

Karlsson is unlikely to jump right back into action against the Jackets on Friday in the Penguins' preseason finale. Instead, the blueliner looks on track to be ready to suit up for Opening Night versus the Rangers. Still, it's good news for the Swede, who has thus far missed the entirety of training camp due to his upper-body issue. Once given the all-clear, Karlsson figures to eat a ton of minutes on Pittsburgh's blue line and should step into a spot on the No. 1 power-play unit -- though Kris Letang will likely also be in contention for that role.

Svozil was promoted from AHL Cleveland on Friday.

Svozil logged two NHL games for the Jackets last year in which he tallied one assist, three shots and one hit while averaging 20:07 of ice time. The 21-year-old blueliner has shown an offensive touch in the minors, racking up 23 points in 57 regular-season games last year, but he will need to bring it with him to the NHL level.

Clayton was recalled from AHL Cleveland on Friday.

Clayton has yet to make his NHL debut and will be hard-pressed to break into the 23-man roster for Opening Night versus Minnesota on Thursday. Look for Clayton to be sent back down to the minors following Friday's preseason matchup with the Penguins.

Malinski scored a goal on two shots, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Thursday's 3-1 preseason win over the Golden Knights.

Malinski's goal was his second tally and third point over three preseason contests. The 26-year-old featured on the top pairing Thursday, though he'll strictly be a third-pairing option to begin the year if he makes the roster. Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette notes that Malinski seems to have surpassed Oliver Kylington in the battle for the last spot on the blue line based on preseason play. In limited NHL action last year, Malinski produced 10 points, 31 shots on net and a plus-3 rating over 23 appearances.

Andrae scored a goal and added two assists Thursday in a 5-4 win over New Jersey.

Andrae has had a strong preseason and is working to earn a spot as the Flyers' sixth or seventh defender. He has passed Adam Ginning on the depth chart, and is earning the trust of coach John Tortorella. Andrae won't impress on the fantasy ice, but he will give the Flyers a steady opt-in defender when the team needs a call-up.

Broberg scored a goal on three shots, added an assist, went plus-3 and logged two PIM in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Stars.

Broberg put in a strong all-around performance over 18:52 of ice time Thursday. The defenseman also featured on the second power-play unit, which is a role he could fill in the regular season if Scott Perunovich is unable to claim a steady spot in the lineup. Broberg was signed away from the Oilers with an offer sheet in August, and he could be poised for a breakout year with the Blues after accumulating just 13 points across 81 regular-season games over the previous three years combined.

Barrie signed a one-year, $1.25 million contract with Calgary on Thursday, per Salim Nadim Valji of TSN.

Barrie was participating in the Flames' training camp on a tryout basis. He was limited to a goal and 15 points in 41 regular-season contests with Nashville in 2023-24, but he's traditionally been an effective presence with the man advantage. If Calgary uses him on its top power-play unit, then a 40-plus point campaign is entirely possible, but the Flames might opt to use MacKenzie Weegar in that role over Barrie. At the end of the day, while Barrie can be an effective offensive force under the right circumstances, it remains to be seen if the 33-year-old will enjoy those opportunities with the Flames.

Morrow (undisclosed) is expected to play in Friday's preseason game against the Lightning, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Morrow has been dealing with an undisclosed injury over the last week, but he recently practiced in a regular jersey and will likely be able to suit up in the first half of a back-to-back Friday. The 21-year-old logged six goals and 30 points over 37 appearances with UMass-Amherst last year but could struggle to earn much playing time in the NHL this season.

Sebrango was summoned to the NHL, Ottawa announced Thursday.

Sebrango had seven assists and 65 PIM in 35 regular-season games with AHL Belleville in 2023-24. He also appeared in four ECHL contests with Allen, providing a goal and an assist. Sebrango was likely promoted to fill a roster spot in at least one of Ottawa's preseason games against Detroit on Friday and Montreal on Saturday. Sebrango will almost certainly be returned to the minors before the start of the regular season.

Roos was recalled by the Senators on Thursday.

The Senators are dealing with multiple injuries late in the preseason, so Roos will join the NHL club ahead of the team's final two exhibition games. The 25-year-old made four NHL appearances for Chicago last year but will likely spend most of the 2024-25 campaign in the minors.