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Eric Nystrom: Released from PTO
Eric Nystrom was released by the Blues on Monday.Nystrom was likely just a filler as guys were away at the World Cup of Hockey and will be looking for a new home. Last season, the winger recorded seven goals, 20 PIM, and 92 hits with the Predators, but appeared in only 46 contests due to injury. If he does land a spot on an NHL roster, the 33-year-old is unlikely to secure anything more than a bottom-six role and will offer limited fantasy value.
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Blues' Eric Nystrom: Trying out for Blues
Eric Nystrom signed a professional tryout agreement (PTO) with St. Louis on Thursday, James Mirtle of TSN 1050 reports.The left wingman was relatively unproductive with Nashville last season as he managed only seven goals and no assists in 46 games played. However, at 33 years old, he would bring hockey acumen and a good sense of the ice to any team he eventually joins. If the veteran ends up signing with the St. Louis Blues, he would likely compete for a third-line role behind up-and-coming forwards Jaden Schwartz and Robby Fabbri.
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Eric Nystrom: Clears waivers, eligible for buyout
Eric Nystrom cleared buyout waivers Thursday, TSN's Bob McKenzie reports.Nystrom had to be placed on unconditional waivers in order for the Predators to execute a contract buyout on the 33-year-old. General manager David Poile was unsuccessful in his attempt to trade the physical winger around the 2016 NHL Entry Draft, and with free agency looming, it makes sense for the big boss to simply cut his losses and move on. Buying out the 10-year veteran, who only produced seven points -- all goals -- last season saves Nashville $2 million in 2016-17.
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Eric Nystrom: Placed on waivers
Eric Nystrom was placed on waivers Wednesday in order for Nashville to buy out the remainder of his contract, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.Nystrom was the subject of trade speculation heading into the 2016 NHL Draft, but it appears that after general manager David Poile was unable to find a team willing to give something up for the 33-year-old, the Predators will buy out the remaining year of his contract. The move will provide Nashville with an extra $2 million in cap space for 2016-17. Nystrom's production has continued to drop off over the past few years and he has been replaced on the depth chart by fellow wingers Colton Sissons and Miikka Salomaki, whom are younger and cheaper.
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Predators' Eric Nystrom: On the block
The Nashville Predators are actively shopping Eric Nystrom, who comes with a $2.5 million cap hit next season. "We're getting close to a deadline in that situation," general manager David Poile said. "A buyout is possible if I'm unable to make a trade, but we're going to do something in that area."Nystrom inked a four-year, $10 million contract with the Preds in 2013, but significant injuries to his lower body and foot curtailed his production the last two seasons. The 33-year-old only played in 46 games in 2015-16, recording a minus-6 rating with seven goals counting as his only points. He might end up latching on with a club that needs a checking specialist -- Nystrom has collected more than 100 hits in six of the past eight seasons and easily would've hit that mark in the most recent campaign had he played more games.
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Predators' Eric Nystrom: Will return Monday
Eric Nystrom (foot) will rejoin the lineup Monday against the Kings, Robby Stanley of NHL.com reports.Nystrom hasn't seen any action since Jan. 26 because of the broken foot, but that extended absence will finally come to close Monday. The 33-year-old winger doesn't produce much offensively (seven points in 40 games), so he still remains off the fantasy radar in nearly all leagues.
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Predators' Eric Nystrom: Recalled from conditioning stint
Eric Nystrom (foot) was recalled Sunday from his conditioning assignment with AHL Milwaukee.Nystrom scored a goal in Saturday's contest with the Admirals, his first game action since breaking his foot on Jan. 26 against the Canucks. It appears the Nashville Predators have deemed him healthy enough to rejoin the club, but with just seven points (all goals) through 40 contests this season, his return to the lineup shouldn't have much of a fantasy impact. Still, expect another update when that date finally surfaces.
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Predators' Eric Nystrom: Sent to AHL Milwaukee
Eric Nystrom (foot) was sent to AHL Milwaukee on a conditioning assignment Wednesday, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.Nystrom has been out since Jan. 26 missing a total of 21 contests. Prior to being hurt, the winger potted seven goals while averaging a mere 11:38 in ice time per game. The Admirals will play three games over the upcoming weekend, which should give Nystrom a good chance to prove his health.
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Predators' Eric Nystrom: Placed on injured reserve
Eric Nystrom (foot) has been placed on injured reserve, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.Nystrom had already been diagnosed with a broken foot, so it's not a huge surprise that he's been placed on IR given the timetable that comes with the issue. He'll be eligible to return after seven days on injured reserve retroactive to the last game he played in, but will likely require multiple weeks of rest and rehab before the discussion of a return to the lineup begins.
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Predators' Eric Nystrom: Diagnosed with broken foot
Eric Nystrom suffered a broken foot in Tuesday's game, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.It's not immediately clear how long Nystrom will be sidelined, but he is facing a multiple-week absence with his broken foot. His setback could open up more opportunities for Kevin Fiala, but the Nashville Predators' plans for the youngster are not certain.
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