- The shuffling of Justin Kirkland continues. After being sent back down yesterday, the Coyotes announced (Twitter link) that the winger has been recalled from AHL Tucson. It’s his third recall in the last two weeks although he has yet to make an appearance yet with Arizona. Meanwhile, the 27-year-old has been productive with the Roadrunners, recording 13 points in 12 games so far.
- Still with Arizona, while not yet announced by the Coyotes, the team has loaned goaltender Anson Thornton back to OHL Barrie, notes Colts color commentator Gene Pereira. The 20-year-old signed as an undrafted free agent with Arizona back in 2021 but has been injured for most of the season, being limited to just four appearances with Tucson where he has a save percentage of just .849. With the CHL trade deadline coming next week, he may find himself on the move at that level in the coming days.