NHL Waivers: Leafs' Kampf Clears As Graves And 16 Others Hit The Wire On Oct. 4

The Hockey News reports on NHL waiver wire activity, with 12 players clearing waivers and 17 more being placed on the wire by seven teams.

Multiple NHL teams made significant roster moves through the waiver system, allowing them to send players to their AHL affiliates. The Toronto Maple Leafs took the biggest financial risk by waiving veteran center David Kampf with his $2.4 million cap hit, while the Boston Bruins placed five players on waivers. Notable moves include Pittsburgh's Ryan Graves, who carries a $4.5 million cap hit on a six-year contract, and several young prospects looking to establish themselves in professional hockey.

• Toronto successfully cleared David Kampf's $2.4 million contract, sending him to the AHL Marlies
• Pittsburgh placed Ryan Graves on waivers despite his substantial $4.5 million annual cap hit
• Boston led with five players on waivers, while New Jersey added five more including recent acquisitions
• Teams have until 2 p.m. ET Saturday to claim any of the 17 newly waived players before they can be assigned to minor leagues