Washington Capitals placed forward Matthew Phillips on NHL waivers, but he was claimed by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Phillips, 25 years old, will now join the Penguins, where he will wear jersey number 16, previously worn by players like Jason Zucker and Eric Fehr.
Phillips played with Eller and Puljujarvi in his Penguins debut yesterday vs. the Kings. He had 1 SOG and was minus-1 (on ice for winning SHG) in 11:00 of ice time. Promoted to Malkin's line today. https://t.co/9px73navId
Welcome to the Penguins lineup, Matthew Phillips! https://t.co/WLqd2H8J3w
Matthew Phillips listed as No. 16 with the Penguins. Number last worn there by Jason Zucker, Josh Jooris and former #ALLCAPSΒ forward Eric Fehr.
Matthew Phillips listed as No. 16 with the Penguins. Number last worn thereβs by Jason Zucker, Josh Jooris and former #ALLCAPS forward Eric Fehr.
Penguins Claim Matthew Phillips off Waivers from Capitals https://t.co/11XZxeTCZp
Matthew Phillips did not clear waivers, and the Capitals will see the 25-year-old head to the rival Penguins. More: https://t.co/JCxg08BlJO
Pittsburgh claims Matthew Phillips off waivers from Washington.
The Capitals have placed forward Matthew Phillips on waivers. Here's what it means and what's next for him and D.C. from THN: https://t.co/PHMGOu4kCo
Caps place Matthew Phillips on waivers, per @FriedgeHNIC
Placed on NHL waivers today: Matthew Phillips (WSH).