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BREAKING: Ilya Samsonov Reports To New Team Following Waivers
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a surprising move by placing struggling goaltender Ilya Samsonov on waivers yesterday.
Samsonov has been facing challenges throughout the season, posting a 5-2-6 record, .862 save percentage, and a 3.94 goals-against average in 15 games.Ilya Samsonov's Fate Confirmed Following Waivers
Ilya Samsonov is on waivers
The waiver placement meant that every NHL team had the opportunity to claim Samsonov for free, but it has been confirmed that he cleared waivers.
Ilya Samsonov (TOR) clears waivers and can now be assigned to the AHL Marlies.
The Maple Leafs have outlined a plan to help him regain confidence. According to insider Kevin Weekes, the team will utilize resources such as development coaches and mental skills coaches, implementing a comprehensive approach to support Samsonov. If he clears waivers, there are no immediate plans for him to play in AHL Marlies games this week.
Maple Leafs to use all resources from development coach, mental skills coach, watch video from yr- a comprehensive approach to help Samsonov feel like himself.» IF he clears waivers, no plans for him to play in games for Marlies this week
The hope is that this focused approach will help Samsonov rediscover his form and return to the NHL with renewed confidence.
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