- The Colorado Avalanche placed defenseman Jacob MacDonald on waivers as he recovers from offseason hip surgery. MacDonald is expected to join the AHL's Colorado Eagles soon.
- The Washington Capitals also placed goaltender Mitch Gibson on waivers. Gibson has primarily played in the minors and recently signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Capitals.
- Both players are in pivotal stages of their careers, as they look to establish themselves at the NHL level. Their waiver placements highlight the intense competition within NHL rosters as teams assess their depth and performance ahead of the trade deadline.