Sheldon Keefe on Denis Malgin making the team over Nick Robertson: “In Nick’s case, [waiver exemption] works against him… That’s the reality of the situation with the cap and a tight roster… He did all of the things we asked him to do”

After practice on Monday, head coach Sheldon Keefe discussed Denis Malgin making the team for opening night over Nick Robertson, the other final cuts, and John Tavares’ status for Wednesday night in Montreal. Final Cuts & Practice Lines – October 10 D Jordie Benn and D Timothy Liljegren have been placed on long-term injured reserve. […]

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