Lightning's Jakob Pelletier: Headed back down

Pelletier has been re-assigned to AHL Syracuse by the Lightning, the team announced Sunday.

The return of Brandon Hagel (upper body) from injury is likely what prompted this move from the Lightning, who are still missing Anthony Cirelli (upper body). Pelletier made his NHL debut while up with the big club, skating 6:12 while recording one hit and one blocked shot. He'll head back to AHL Syracuse, where he's been effective with 14 points in 13 games.