Montreal Canadiens News

COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have assigned defenseman David Savard to the Springfield Falcons, the club’s American Hockey League affiliate, Blue Jackets Executive Vice President and General Manager Scott Howson announced today.

The rookie has five assists in 15 games. He probably will be better served in the minors while the team uses a player like Brett Lebda for meaningless games.

David Savard
CALGARY, AB -- The Calgary Flames announced today that they have recalled forward Paul Byron from the Abbotsford Heat (AHL) as a result of Flames forward Matt Stajan having been placed on Injured Reserve due to an ankle sprain.

Byron scored four goals and seven points through 18 games and figures to play on the third or fourth line.

Paul Byron