Kraken's Jacob Melanson: Dropped to AHL

Melanson was assigned to AHL Coachella Valley on Tuesday.

Analysis:

Seattle returned Oscar Fisker Molgaard to the minors and brought up Jani Nyman in corresponding moves. The 22-year-old Melanson has two goals, three assists, 33 shots on net and 189 hits in 36 NHL outings this season. He also has seven goals and 16 points in 26 AHL appearances this campaign.