Hurricanes Waive Noah Philp
The Carolina Hurricanes have placed forward Noah Philp on conditional waivers, allowing him to be reassigned to the American Hockey League (AHL). Philp is now available for claim by any of the 29 NHL teams for the next 24 hours, excluding the San Jose Sharks and the Vegas Golden Knights, who have maxed out their roster limits.
Details on Noah Philp’s Waiver Status
Philp’s current salary cap hit is $750,000. This figure presents challenges for teams like the Edmonton Oilers and Montreal Canadiens, who would need to make roster adjustments to accommodate him. The current waiver priority, determined by the inverse order of the standings, benefits the Vancouver Canucks, giving them the first opportunity to claim Philp. Conversely, the Colorado Avalanche hold the last position in this order.
Philp’s Background and Performance
- Philp hails from Canmore, Alberta.
- He was originally acquired by the Hurricanes as a waiver claim from the Oilers last December.
- This season, he has recorded two goals and one assist across 17 games played, with all points earned during his 15-game tenure with the Oilers.
- In his two appearances with Carolina, Philp has yet to register any points.
Philp is currently returning from injury, which has led to his placement on waivers. The Hurricanes have indicated that they do not see an immediate role for him at the NHL level, suggesting that the ideal scenario would be for him to play with the Chicago Wolves, the AHL affiliate of the Hurricanes.
Recent Waiver Activity in the NHL
In addition to Philp, other players on waivers include Zach Aston-Reese and Brendan Gaunce from the Columbus Blue Jackets, as well as Dakota Mermis from the Toronto Maple Leafs. These players have cleared waivers and will join their team’s respective AHL affiliates.
As the season progresses, teams will continue to assess their rosters and the waiver wire, seeking to enhance their lineups through strategic claims and adjustments.
