Coyotes' Trevor Murphy: Fails to crack Coyotes roster; bound for minors

Murphy was placed on waivers Monday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Murphy got his first taste of NHL action a season ago, having suited up for eight games with Arizona and registering three points along the way. Furthermore, in those eight contests, Murphy posted a plus-5 rating. Having been unsuccessful in his bid for an Opening Night roster spot, the 23-year-old defenseman will begin the year in AHL Tucson.