Heponiemi signed a one-year contract with EHC Biel of Switzerland's National League on Friday, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi appeared in 25 games over three years during his time in the NHL, scoring twice and adding four assists over that span. He spent most of his time with AHL Charlotte over the last two seasons. Heponiemi had 12 goals and 31 assists in 62 AHL games in 2022-23. The Panthers gave Heponiemi a qualifying offer in June, so they will retain his NHL rights for the time being.

Heponiemi was reassigned to AHL Charlotte on Wednesday, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Anton Lundell (upper body) set to return to the lineup against New Jersey on Wednesday, the Panthers are no longer in need of Heponiemi's services up front. Heponiemi, who's picked up three points through 10 top-level appearances this campaign, will likely continue to bounce between levels throughout the season.

Heponiemi was recalled from AHL Charlotte on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi was at Panthers' morning practice Thursday. He was sent down a week ago when the Panthers recalled netminder Alex Lyon. Heponiemi has five goals and eight points in 18 AHL games, while picking up a goal and an assist in seven games with the Panthers this season.

Heponiemi was assigned to AHL Charlotte on Thursday, David Dwork of Local 10 Miami reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi was sent down to make room for goaltender Alex Lyon on the roster, so it appears as though one of Florida's top two netminders may be dealing with an illness or an injury. Heponiemi will likely return to the big club as soon as Lyon is returned to the minors.

Heponiemi scored a goal on two shots and added two hits in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi made the most of his 8:24 of ice time, scoring a third-period tally to stretch the Panthers' lead to 4-1. The 23-year-old didn't get much time, as Florida began the game with 11 forwards and lost Patric Hornqvist (upper body) in the second period. With injuries piling up, Heponiemi should be able to stay with the big club for a while as an emergency recall. He has two points, five shots on net, two hits, two PIM and an even plus-minus rating in six outings this season.

Heponiemi was called up from AHL Charlotte on Sunday on an emergency basis.

EDGE Analysis

Florida only had 11 forwards Saturday against St. Louis after Aleksander Barkov (illness) was ruled out. It appears as though Heponiemi could play this week during the Panthers' road trip. He has four goals and seven points in 16 AHL contests this year. Heponiemi also has one assist in two appearances with Florida in 2022-23.

Heponiemi was sent to the AHL on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi has an assist in two games with Florida this season while averaging 10:29 of ice time. He also has two goals and four points in six AHL contests. Florida has promoted him occasionally over the last three seasons, but it's typically been to serve in a bottom-six role.

Heponiemi logged an assist in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

With Patric Hornqvist (upper body) out and Matthew Tkachuk suspended, Heponiemi drew into the lineup for the first time this season. He made the opportunity count, setting up a Brandon Montour goal in the second period. Heponiemi has recorded three points in 15 career games prior to 2022-23, but at 23 years old, he's starting to get to the older side of prospect status. He's expected to see bottom-six minutes when he plays going forward, which could be sporadically once Tkachuk finishes serving his suspension.

Heponiemi has been recalled from AHL Charlotte on Friday by the Panthers, according to David Dwork of Local 10 Miami.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi passed through waivers before the start of the season and was sent to Charlotte where he had two goals and four points in six games. Heponiemi had one assist in six games with Florida last season and will be a depth player at this time with the Panthers.

The Panthers waived Heponiemi on Sunday, per CBS Sports.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi scored nine goals and 39 points in 56 games with AHL Charlotte last season. He should spend most of the 2022-23 campaign in the minors assuming he clears waivers.