What Happened
The San Jose Sharks activated forward Alexander Wennberg from injured reserve for their matchup against the New York Islanders on November 9. To accommodate the 32-year-old's return, the club assigned prospect Filip Bystedt to the AHL San Jose Barracuda. Wennberg, who has been out since October 19 with an upper-body injury, will center the second line alongside Mason Marchment and Kiefer Sherwood. Bystedt, who made his NHL debut recently, returns to the minors after playing five games without a point.
Key Details
- Wennberg missed 10 games with an upper-body injury sustained against Toronto.
- Bystedt was assigned to the San Jose Barracuda to free up a roster spot.
- Wennberg is under a three-year, $18 million contract with San Jose.
- Bystedt recorded zero points in five NHL games prior to the reassignment.
- Wennberg will play center on the Sharks' second line tonight.
What It Means
This move restores depth to the Sharks' top-six forward group, as Wennberg returns to his usual second-line role. The reassignment of Bystedt, a former first-round pick, provides the prospect with more ice time in the AHL, where he has already recorded four goals and eight points in eight games this season.
What's Next
Wennberg is set to play immediately against the New York Islanders. Bystedt will continue his season with the San Jose Barracuda, aiming to build on his recent AHL production.