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Avalanche's Rocco Grimaldi: Returned to minors

Grimaldi was recalled from the team's AHL affiliate ahead of Wednesday's matchup against the Canadiens, but he was ultimately just kept around as an extra body. Although Nathan MacKinnon (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Oilers, Grimaldi's demotion may suggest he will be available.

Avalanche's Rocco Grimaldi: Heads to big club

Grimaldi was effective in six games with the big club this season, scoring one goal and adding two helpers while averaging just 9:39 of ice time. With Nathan MacKinnon (shoulder) still unable to practice fully, Grimaldi may be deployed in Wednesday's meeting with the Canadiens.

Avalanche's Rocco Grimaldi: Sent down Wednesday

The California native appeared in just one game during his recall, failing to record a point and finishing with a minus-1 rating in just under nine minutes of ice time. Despite the disappointing performance, Grimaldi is a skilled forward that has amazing quickness, which he put on display while recording two separate two-point games earlier in the campaign. If Grimaldi is given an enhanced role during a subsequent recall, then he could be a real fantasy steal.

Avalanche's Rocco Grimaldi: Services requested

Grimaldi has been quite productive in the AHL over the last two seasons, totaling 66 points (35 goals, 30 assists) over 84 games. The 24-year-old will likely skate on the second line with Tyson Jost and Alex Kerfoot, Mike Chambers of The Denver Post reports, which sets Grimaldi up to make an immediate impact with the big club..

Avalanche's Rocco Grimaldi: Sent to AHL affiliate

Tyson Jost (lower body) will likely be ready to return to the Avalanche's lineup for Thursday's game against the Capitals, so Colorado is no longer in need of Grimaldi's services as a bottom-six forward. The 24-year-old American will probably stick with the Avalanche's minor-league affiliate until the big club is once again in need of added depth up front.