What Happened
The Vegas Golden Knights announced Friday that forward Jonas Røndbjerg has been recalled to the NHL and goaltender Cameron Whitehead reassigned to AHL Henderson. The transactions reverse the Oct. 27 moves that brought Whitehead up after starter Carter Hart left practice with an apparent injury. Whitehead served as Adin Hill's backup that night against Ottawa. According to Pro Hockey Rumors, the latest shuffle indirectly confirms Hart is healthy enough to return to the lineup.
Key Details
- Røndbjerg, 27, has 80 NHL games with Vegas and 11 points.
- Whitehead was drafted 128th overall in 2022 and had a .944 save percentage in three AHL games.
- Hart left practice Oct. 27 with an apparent injury before Whitehead's recall.
- Vegas next plays Friday against New Jersey.
What It Means
The reversal points to Hart being available again, restoring Vegas's intended goaltending depth behind Adin Hill. Whitehead's brief promotion gave the club cover while Hart's status was uncertain, and his strong early AHL numbers made him the choice over Carl Lindbom. Røndbjerg returns to his role as a dependable two-way veteran in Henderson and remains a likely call-up option if forward injuries arise.
What's Next
Hart's status will be watched when Vegas hosts New Jersey on Friday. Røndbjerg could be recalled again depending on forward injuries.