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Predators' Rocco Grimaldi: Hops to big club

Grimaldi has suited up Nashville in six games this season, posting one goal and averaging 8:28. He was called up since Kyle Turris (upper body) is on injured reserve, and there's no guarantee Grimaldi will suit up for Sunday's game against the Ducks.

Predators' Rocco Grimaldi: Sent to AHL affiliate

Grimaldi was a healthy scratch the last three games, so it's best for his development to be bumped down a rank. The 25-year-old scored a goal and recorded a minus-2 rating in six games on the Predators' fourth line. He'll likely be called up again if the Predators suffer more injuries.

Predators' Rocco Grimaldi: Watching from press box

The 25-year-old center has had a tough time cracking the Preds' lineup with any regularity since being recalled from AHL Milwaukee in late October. He has only skated in six games since then, although he did score his first goal of the season Nov. 13 against the Sharks. Given that the Preds have a relatively healthy forward corps at the moment, Grimaldi will likely continue to be the odd man out for the foreseeable future.

Predators' Rocco Grimaldi: Promoted Thursday

Grimaldi has been tearing it up in the AHL with 11 points through eight contests this season, potentially earning him his first taste of NHL action. The Predators still feature 13 other healthy forwards at the moment, so there's no guarantee Grimaldi will draw into the lineup Thursday against the Devils. The 25-year-old has a history of success in the AHL, but he's never been able to dress for more than 20 NHL games in a season.

Predators' Rocco Grimaldi: Lighting it up in AHL

The 25-year-old Grimaldi, who was placed on waivers by the Preds just prior to the regular season, seems intent on making a strong case to be given another look. If the Preds decide they need a little more offense from their bottom two lines, you could see Grimaldi back with the team later this season.