Limited to just 11 AHL appearances due to the injury, Wagner showcased promise with seven points. His call-up to the NHL roster comes as a relief for the team amidst concerns over Logan O'Connor's availability for Sunday's game against the Arizona Coyotes.
Wagner, known for his role as a dependable bottom-six center, brings experience from his 360 NHL games, notably his career-best season with the Boston Bruins in 2018-19.