According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, the Bruins have placed 24-year-old defenceman Ian Mitchell on waivers for the purpose of sending him to AHL Providence.
Mitchell, a native of St. Albert, Alberta has appeared in 13 games for the Boston Bruins this season where he's recorded two assists, ten penalty minutes and is a plus-six. He's also skated in four AHL games with Providence, putting up one assist.
In other related news, Buffalo Sabres forward Tyson Jost and Detroit Red Wings goaltender Michael Hutchinson have both cleared waivers and will be assigned to their team's respective American Hockey League affiliate.
Do you think Ian Mitchell will be claimed off waivers on Saturday? Let us know what you think in the poll below!
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29 DECEMBRE | 197 ANSWERS Bruins place 24-year-old defenceman on waivers Will Ian Mitchell be claimed off waivers on Saturday? | ||
Yes | 75 | 38.1 % |
No | 92 | 46.7 % |
See Results | 30 | 15.2 % |
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