 However just under two weeks later, citing personal reasons, Taffe was granted a release from his contract with Linköpings to remain in North America.With an amicable departure, Linköpings left the possibility open for a return at season's end.With an additional year spent with the Hershey Bears and unable to reach the playoffs in the 2013–14 season, Taffe agreed to return to Linköpings and embark on his European career, signing a one-year contract on July 22, 2014.