NHL Player News

Mayo was placed on waivers for the purpose of reassignment to AHL Henderson.

Mayo joined the Knights via a trade from the Coyotes last year, though he's yet to see any game action with Vegas. The 28-year-old blueliner figures to remain with AHL Henderson as a potential depth option.

Bean (lower body) isn't practicing Saturday, Wes Gilbertson of the Calgary Sun reports.

It's the third practice Bean will miss since suffering the injury in a preseason game against Vancouver on Wednesday. The 26-year-old blueliner signed a two-year deal with the Flames after tallying four goals and 13 points with the Blue Jackets last season.

Hatakka is dealing with an injury that is considered more significant than day-to-day, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports Friday.

Hatakka was already likely to struggle to make the Devils' Opening Night roster, and this injury will only make it harder for him. The 23-year-old defenseman has earned four assists over 21 career NHL games in parts of two seasons. If his injury lingers into the regular season, he could begin the year on season-opening injured reserve.

Kral (leg) isn't set to play Saturday against Detroit or Sunday versus Ottawa.

Kral was helped off the ice during Tuesday's preseason contest. He'll likely start the campaign in the minors if he's healthy. Kral had five goals and 37 points in 46 games with the Pelicans in Finland's top league last season.

Benning (lower body) is regarded as day-to-day, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports Friday.

Benning might be unavailable for some preseason action because of the injury, but he's still expected to be fine for Opening Night against St. Louis on Oct 10. He had two assists in 14 outings with the Sharks in 2023-24.

Doughty will undergo surgery to repair a fractured ankle and is month-to-month, the team announced Friday.

The loss of Doughty can't be overstated for the Kings. He's a massive part of their blue line, averaging 25:48 of ice time last season, including 3:15 with the man advantage. He had 15 goals, 50 points, 44 PIM, 109 hits and 142 blocks across 82 regular-season appearances in 2023-24. With Doughty out for an extended period, Jordan Spence and Brandt Clarke could receive expanded roles, including increased minutes on the power play.

Harpur was placed on waivers Friday, according to PuckPedia.

Harpur had a goal and six points in 42 regular-season games with the Rangers in 2022-23, but he didn't play at all in the NHL last season. That's partially due to undergoing pectoral surgery in November, which ended his year after recording a goal and three points across seven contests with AHL Hartford. Harpur might get an opportunity to play with the Rangers this campaign, but it seems he will first have to spend more time in the minors.

Guenette is on waivers Friday, per PuckPedia.

Guenette recorded seven goals and 34 points in 58 AHL games with Belleville in 2023-24. He's also appeared in eight career NHL games, although he's searching for his first point at the top level. The 23-year-old defenseman is set to begin the season in the minors, provided he clears waivers.

Matinpalo was placed on waivers Friday, PuckPedia reports.

Matinpalo had four goals and 14 points in 67 regular-season contests with AHL Belleville in 2023-24. He also appeared in four games with Ottawa, recording no points, four hits and two blocks. Although Matinpalo is set to open the campaign in the minors, he might get another chance to play on the big squad later in the season.

Belpedio was placed on waivers Friday, according to PuckPedia.

Belpedio had four goals, 10 points and 55 PIM in 38 regular-season outings with AHL Lehigh Valley in 2023-24. He also got into 12 contests with the Flyers, scoring two goals and four points over that span. The 28-year-old might be summoned by Philadelphia at various times during the upcoming campaign, depending on the squad's injury situation.