Watson reinstated to Predators

Forward has entered follow-up care phase of Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Program

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By NHL Public Relations
@PR_NHL

NEW YORK/TORONTO - The National Hockey League (NHL) and National Hockey League Players' Association (NHLPA) announced today that Nashville Predators forward Austin Watson has been returned to available status and has entered the follow-up care phase of the Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health (SABH) Program.

Watson's care continues to be administered pursuant to the NHL/NHLPA SABH Program.

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