The NHL waiver market is buzzing today: a defenseman familiar to Canadiens fans has been claimed, while another 22-year-old prospect is already turning heads.
As reported by journalist Chris Johnston, the Florida Panthers have claimed defenseman Donovan Sebrango off waivers from the Ottawa Senators.
23-year-old Sebrango had drawn attention this fall during the famous preseason game between Ottawa and Montreal in Quebec, after delivering a very questionable hit on Kirby Dach...
Here's the clip:
The incident caused quite a stir!
The sturdy left-shot defenseman, drafted by the Red Wings in 2020, will therefore continue his season in the NHL rather than return to the American Hockey League.
We will likely see him in action against the Canadiens soon.
Donovan Sebrango claimed, but another young defenseman is drawing attention
Meanwhile, Elliotte Friedman reports that forward Yegor Afanasyev, placed on waivers by the San Jose Sharks, went unclaimed and will join his AHL club.
"Iorio (WASH) on waivers" - Elliotte Friedman
Additionally, another news item today comes from Washington, as 22-year-old right-shot defenseman Vincent Iorio is also available on waivers.
With his physical profile and defensive potential, it wouldn't be surprising if several teams show interest, including Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens.
It's true that the Canadiens have a lot of depth on the blue line, but you can never have too much talent.
I sincerely think that this kind of low-cost young defenseman is exactly the type of gamble a team might take.
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