The Penguins have assigned rookie forward Kasper Bjorkqvist to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League (AHL).
In six NHL games this season, Bjorkqvist has one goal.
A healthy scratch for the past six games, Bjorkqvist has been recalled to the NHL roster on three separate occasions this season.
With Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Bjorkqvist has appeared in 33 games and scored six points (four goals, two assists).
Note: The Penguins had a scheduled day off on Wednesday.
