Kent Hughes Confirms Reason Behind Canadiens' Latest 6-Foot-4 Acquisition
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In an interview on RDS with the excellent Marc Denis, general manager Kent Hughes confirmed a rumor circulating about his recent acquisition.
A few days ago, the Montreal Canadiens announced the signing of a professional tryout contract with 6-foot-4 goaltender Kevin Mandolese.
Immediately after this announcement, there were whispers that Mandolese could serve as a form of insurance, in case the Habs were forced to place goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen on waivers and if he were immediately claimed.
Well, that is exactly what Kent Hughes confirmed in his interview with Marc Denis on RDS.
Kent Hughes Confirms Rumor Behind His Latest Acquisition, Kevin Mandolese
Here's an excerpt of what the Canadiens' GM said:
"Could Kevin Mandolese be protection against waivers, if the decision was to put Kaapo Kahkonen there?"
- Marc Denis
- Marc Denis
Kent Hughes' answer:
"Yes."
A very clear response!
So, if Kahkonen is claimed on waivers, expect Kevin Mandolese to become the Canadiens' number four goaltender.
Kevin Mandolese, 25, is a 6-foot-4, 180-pound goaltender from Blainville, Quebec. Drafted by Ottawa in 2018 (157th overall), he has appeared in three NHL games, posting a 1-2-0 record with a 3.30 GAA and an impressive .916 save percentage.
Full source and interview: RDS Consistency Is the Motto in 2025-2026 (interview between Marc Denis and Kent Hughes)
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