Bob McKenzie: Brian Rafalski has been released from the Florida Everblades (ECHL) as they needed a roster spot. He’s been out with a sore back since Jan. 18th.
Ottawa Senators: Defenseman Cody Ceci has been told that he’ll remain with the team for the rest of the season.
Jame Mirtle: The Maple Leafs have a strange rule that writers are not allowed to talk with assistant coaches.
Joe McDonald: The Bruins have activated Chris Kelly and sent Ryan Spooner and Zach Trotman to the AHL.
Chuck Gormley: The Capitals recall Ryan Stoa from the AHL.
David Strehle: Scouting the Flyers – Red Wings: Capitals (have a home-and-home with Red Wings starting Friday), Lightning (play the Wings next week) and the Maple Leafs.
George Richards: Scouting the Panthers-Bruins: Coyotes, Islanders, Predators, Wild, Blue Jackets, Ducks, Sabres, Hurricanes, Penguins, Sharks, Canucks, Flames, Blackhawks and Blues. Renaud Lavoie: Kings GM Dean Lombardi will be one of 15 teams scouting the Panthers-Bruins.