Jon Merrill Transactions

Merrill (arm) is expected to play Saturday against the Boston Bruins, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Merrill cleared the NHL's COVID-19 protocols Tuesday, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

The Wild placed Merrill in COVID-19 protocols Wednesday.

Merrill secured a three-year, $3.6 million extension from Minnesota on Tuesday.

Merrill secured a one-year, $850,000 deal from Minnesota on Thursday.

Merrill (COVID-19 protocols) was activated off non-roster injured reserve Wednesday.

Merrill was added to the NHL's COVID-19 protocol list Thursday, Sportsnet's Chris Johnston reports.