As per Fluto Shinzawa of The Athletic:
Reilly cleared waivers prior to the season, so he was able to pass through freely this time. That's probably the only reason for the transaction, as you would risk losing any other player to a waiver claim.
The Bruins needed to clear a roster spot for Marchand, but it was only to stay at a 23-man roster and not to get under the cap since he wasn't on LTIR. However, when Charlie McAvoy is ready for return, it will be for cap purposes.
Possibly a trade coming for the Bruins before McAvoy comes back?
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27 OCTOBRE | 131 ANSWERS Bruins assign defenseman to AHL to make room for Brad Marchand Who should the Bruins try to trade? | ||
Mike Reilly | 45 | 34.4 % |
Craig Smith | 49 | 37.4 % |
Matt Grzeclyk | 21 | 16 % |
Other | 16 | 12.2 % |
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