Prior to the NHL’s annual roster freeze which takes effect tonight, the Coyotes acquired forward Josh Archibald and goaltender Sean Maguire from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for goaltender Michael Leighton.
Archibald, who has tallied three points in six games with the Penguins, is expected to report to the Coyotes on Tuesday — although his status for the team’s game against the Panthers is unknown. The Coyotes announced he will wear No. 45.
"Josh is a player who is committed to winning," Coyotes President of Hockey Operations and General Manager John Chayka said. "We're happy to have him in our organization.