Overall, the team did this because Ryan has been on the injured non-roster list. Now, Ryan will have to wait and see what happens. The 145-game NHL veteran has also played just as many games in the AHL. If he clears, he will go down to the Chicago Wolves.
Only time will tell whether or not Ryan finds a new NHL home, or is placed down in Chicago in the AHL. Regardless, there is no doubt that fans are wishing him well right now. He has been through a lot in his career, and we just want to see guys have success. We wish him nothing but the best as he embarks on this new challenge. We hope it works out.