Another offensive acquisition by Kent Hughes is taking shape for the Canadiens

When Kent Hughes reclaimed forward Samuel Blais off NHL waivers, it didn't seem like the addition of the year for the Canadiens (and I'm not saying it is today), but it's quickly becoming extremely useful and important for Martin St-Louis' group.

Kent Hughes has shaken up the Canadiens' bottom six, and it's already paying off. Without much noise, the Montreal Canadiens added Alexandre Texier, Samuel Blais, and Phillip Danault.

Together, that represents $7.275 million on the salary cap this season, with clearly defined roles to fill.

Texier signed a one-year contract worth $1 million at age 26. Phillip Danault, 32, returned to Montreal via a trade with the Los Angeles Kings. The price was a second-round pick in 2026, a pick that originally belonged to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Danault arrived with 5 assists in 30 games this season in Los Angeles.

That said, let's get back to Samuel Blais.

In Blais' case, the story is quite unique-but also rewarding.

The 29-year-old forward signed a one-year, one-way contract, was then claimed on waivers, before returning to the organization. With the Laval Rocket, he recorded 9 points in 9 games, including 3 goals.

Since his recall, Blais has also produced quickly in Montreal. He registered 4 points in his first 5 games with the Canadiens this season, including 2 goals. At $775,000, that's the kind of file that puts a smile on a general manager's face.

In the end, Texier, Blais, and Danault don't need to be stars to make headlines. Their contracts, their numbers, and their timing already tell a story. And in Montreal, that matters.

These are three solid pickups by Kent Hughes, and quietly, he has completely rebuilt the Canadiens' forward depth.

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