Big surprise on NHL waivers involving three players: it has just been confirmed for the tough guy from the Sens Zack MacEwen

First, we have a surprise as the Ottawa Senators put another tough guy on waivers!

Zack MacEwen, who has had his conflicts with Michael Pezzetta and Arber Xhekaj in the past, is available absolutely for free. He will likely be claimed because he is one of the most feared players in the NHL.

MacEwen, 27, is a giant at 6 feet 4 inches and 240 pounds. He has accumulated nearly 300 penalty minutes in 208 career NHL games. (15 goals and 31 points)

Also regarding waivers, please note that Willman and Toninato were not claimed today.

Willman, 28, has 8 points in 63 career NHL games, as well as 39 points in his last 74 AHL games.

As for Toninato, 29, he has 35 points in 184 career NHL games as well as 41 points in his last 59 AHL games.

More details to follow.