Panthers: Rodewald's actions have 'no place in our organization'

The Florida Panthers say forward Jack Rodewald's involvement in a series of leaked messages from a private Instagram group chat has "no place in our organization or our great game," according to the Winnipeg Sun's Scott Billeck.

In a statement released Friday, the team also said it will "cooperate fully with the league, NHLPA, and PHPA to ensure that this matter is handled quickly and appropriately."

Washington Capitals forward Brendan Leipsic was also included in the group chat, and he was placed on waivers Friday with the purpose of terminating his contract.

Rodewald has appeared in 10 NHL games, all with the Ottawa Senators. He was traded to the Panthers organization midway through the 2019-20 season, and the 26-year-old skated in 43 games with the AHL's Springfield Thunderbirds.