Morning Hits: Liles, Blackhawks, Ducks and Tootoo
  • David Alter: Maple Leafs John-Michael Liles doesn’t have to go through waivers, can be sent down at any time.
  • Tab Bamford: The Blackhawks have just under $64 million committed for 16 players next season.
  • Dan Wood: The Ducks have activated Viktor Fasth and recalled center Peter Holland from the AHL. Goaltender Frederik Andersen and defenseman Sami Vatanen were returned to the AHL.
  • James Mirtle: The Red Wings send Jordin Tootoo to the AHL.