What happened: Vancouver Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson announced Sunday that forward Jacob Quillan has been assigned to Abbotsford of the American Hockey League. The transaction sends the forward back to the minors after an NHL stint that began with his Oct. 30 recall.

Why it matters: The reassignment adjusts Vancouver's forward depth following the recent return of Filip Chytil from injured reserve. The move gives Quillan regular playing time in Abbotsford as the AHL club navigates its regular-season schedule.

What to watch: Quillan will report to Abbotsford for upcoming AHL game action.