Patrick Williams: Some notable players who retired from the AHL this offseason.
F Michael Bournival (SYR)
G Peter Budaj (ONT)
D Chris Butler (SA)
F Colin Greening (TOR)
F Wade Megan (GR)
F Travis Morin (TEX)
D Jaime Sifers (UTI)
Management promotions and hirings
Tampa Bay Lightning: Management promotions and hirings.
Promotions:
• Darryl Plandowski | Assistant Director of Amateur Scouting
• John Rosso | Assistant Director of Player Personnel
• Brad Whelen | Assistant Director of Amateur Scouting
Hirings:
• Grant Armstrong | Amateur Scout
• JP Cote | Director of Player Development
• Josh Dye | Amateur Scout
• Mike Ellis | Director of Skill Development
• Stephen Gionta | Professional Scout
• Jared Waimon | Goaltending Scout
Matt Vensel: Matt Cullen has been hired in a player development role for the Pittsburgh Penguins.