The Chicago Blackhawks allowed Drake Caggiula to walk in free agency, and the 26-year-old forward was left in limbo, wondering when or if he'd get an offer from an NHL team.
The Arizona Coyotes made an offer, Caggiula accepted, and he felt a sense of relief.
"Obviously there's a period of time there where not much is happening and you're just kind of wondering 'what's the next plan for me?' " Caggiula said Tuesday. "To find a new home and a new job, I still live to play the game of hockey that I love, it's obviously a very good thing for myself and my family.