Overview
- Hamilton will sit for Sunday’s game against the Jets, his agent J.P. Barry confirmed to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun.
- General manager Tom Fitzgerald and coach Sheldon Keefe framed the decision as a roster choice with Johnathan Kovacevic activated, Simon Nemec back, and Brett Pesce holding his spot.
- Barry called the move business-driven and said Hamilton would consider teams beyond his 10-team list.
- Hamilton has five goals and 10 points in 40 games and carries a $9 million cap hit through 2027-28, which narrows trade options.
- He has trade protection, including a no-move clause that prevents waivers, and reporting indicates he previously declined at least one proposed trade.