Maple Leafs' William Lagesson: Designated for waivers

Lagesson was placed on waivers by Toronto on Thursday, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.

Lagesson could still be in action versus the Bruins on Thursday unless Jake McCabe (illness) is cleared to play, so a demotion to the minors may have to wait until Friday. Once the newly acquired Joel Edmundson can get onto the ice with Toronto, Lagesson's services will likely no longer be needed at the NHL level.