Kassian has been released from his professional tryout with the Coyotes, USA Today reports. Kassian apparently didn't do enough to stand out during training camp, and last season's pathetic total of two points in 33 games with the Senators wasn't going to help him in his efforts to win a roster spot with Arizona. He may have to settle for an AHL deal before earning his way back to the NHL.

Don't be surprised if Matt Kassian draws into the Senators' lineup against Toronto Saturday night and again Sunday against the Penguins, The Battle of Ontario, even with both the Sens and the Leafs out of the playoff hunt, is always a spirited affair and Kassian may be needed if things get a little rough. Plus, Mika Zibanejad will miss both weekend games due to injury so there is room to play Kassian.

Matt Kassian will be in the Ottawa lineup Saturday afternoon against Boston. He draws back in at the expense of Stephane Da Costa, who was assigned to Binghamton of the AHL Friday to play over the Olympic break.

Matt Kassian will suit up against Toronto Saturday night. Ottawa coach Paul MacLean obviously believes he needs a little more muscle in the lineup against the physical Leafs. Stephane Da Costa will sacrafice his spot in the lineup and sit in the press box Saturday night.

Matt Kassian and Joel Corvo will be healthy scratches against the Hurricanes Saturday afternoon. They, along with Patrick Wiercioch, will sit in the press box in PNC arena. Just thought you'd like to know.

Matt Kassian will likely be a healthy scratch against the Rangers Saturday. He will give way to Chris Neil who is returning from a three-week absence due to a lower-body injury.

Matt Kassian will be a healthy scratch against the Bruins Saturday. Just in case you are the one person who has Kassian on your fantasy roster.

Matt Kassian will suit up Saturday against the Maple Leafs. The Senators are going with a tougher lineup against their provincial rivals, so Stephane Da Costa will be a healthy scratch after he play Friday night in Buffalo.

Matt Kassian is a healthy scratch for the Senators in Game 2 of their second-round series with the Penguins. The 26-year-old played in Game 1, getting 9:42 of ice time and a shot on goal. Guillaume Latendresse, who has played in two playoff games this year, gets the chance in Kassian's place.

Matt Kassian drew into the lineup Friday night for the Senators. Coach Paul MacLean has decided to sit rookie Cory Conacher, so clearly he wanted to add some size and toughness to the lineup. Conacher had a shot on goal and two penalty minutes in 9:17 of Game 1. Kassian had a goal in 15 games this season. It's his playoff debut.