Litter Box Cats · Sep 30, 2015
Panthers release David Booth from PTO, send three down to AHL Portland
Booth (pictured with the Canucks) gives Brandon Pirri the business. - Robert Mayer-USA TODAY SportsThe Florida Panthers have released David Booth from his professional tryout contract. Booth, the club's last 30-goal man, was trying to earn a second stint with the Cats after playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs last season.
Fellow veteran Martin Havlat, the other player in camp on PTO, remains in the mix for a spot in the lineup on the opening night.
In other roster news, Florida assigned forward Shane Harper and defensemen Michael Matheson and Mackenzie Weegar to the Portland Pirates.