With the NHL season finally opening this week, teams are making the final touches on their opening night rosters, which is due to the National Hockey League at 5 p.m. ET on October 10th.
On Sunday evening, the Anaheim Ducks announced that they have released longtime NHL forward Zack Kassian from his professional tryout contract (PTO), making him an unrestricted free agent once again.
Kassian appeared in four games for the Anaheim Ducks during the preseason, putting up three points (one goals, two assists) and had seven shots-on-goal.
The Windsor, Ontario native's play was quite respectable, but unfortunately the 32 year old was in a tough position trying to beat out the Ducks' younger options on the fourth line. This could be the end of him as an NHL regular. The AHL or Europe could be next for the former 13th pick from 2009.
