Wild release Dave Steckel from tryout contract
Center David Steckel has been released from his tryout contract with the Wild, reports the Minneapolis Star Tribune's Michael Russo.
Russo writes:
"As of now, Steckel plans to sign an AHL deal and play in Iowa as he waits for an opportunity with the Wild or elsewhere. The Wild informed Steckel of the situation [on Thursday]. There's just no room with [Zenon] Konopka here and the kids playing well. So Steckel will return to Columbus, where he lives, for a few days. If no NHL job comes up, he'll report to Iowa."
The Wild have also placed Jake Dowell and Tyler Cuma on waivers, Russo adds.