The Tampa Bay Lightning have placed winger Michael Bournival on waivers, Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston reports (Twitter link). If he clears on Monday, it’s expected that he will report to their AHL affiliate in Syracuse.
Bournival had been dealing with an undisclosed injury that caused him to start the season on injured reserve although it appears he has been given the green light to return now as injured players are not eligible to be waived.
The 25-year-old split last season between Tampa Bay and Syracuse. He suited up in 19 games for the Lightning, scoring a pair of goals while adding an assist. However, he was much more productive with the Crunch, tallying 19 points (9-10-19) in 38 regular season contests. He also played a big role in Syracuse’s run to the Calder Cup Final (where they lost to Grand Rapids) as he notched eight goals and seven helpers in just 22 games.
Bournival has played in parts of three NHL seasons in his career between the Canadiens and Lightning. In total, he has 108 games under his belt, notching 22 points (12-10-22). Assuming he clears, Bournival will be a candidate to move back and forth as injuries arise in Tampa Bay.