Dominic Toninato clears waivers; The Winnipeg Jets could assign him to the Manitoba Moose

The Jets took the veteran forward Dominic Toninato on waivers for assignment to the Manitoba Moose on Sunday. He's had two interceptions this season. It hit 1 p.m. CST and he was unclaimed, according to Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Free Press, meaning the Minnesota native could be assigned to the Moose, who have played nine games this season. He had two goals and four assists for Manitoba.

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The news is good for Winnipeg's NHL and AHL clubs. The Jets will have a popular vet who can be a backup forward or fill in spot duty if needed, who now has a waiver clock, and the Moose will get a solid specialist who will bring a positive work ethic and attitude even when American Hockey is down. League.

He played 15 games for Winnipeg this season, recording one goal and four assists.

Jets head coach Rick Bowness confirmed today that they have moved to bring David Gustafson IR off.

Manitoba is back in action on Tuesday as they begin a two-game stretch against the Wranglers in Calgary on Wednesday.