Kent Hughes Makes Second Roster Move Following Canadiens' Elimination
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We have an interesting roster move to report, which has been confirmed by Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens.
In fact, there are two roster moves, but we had already reported the first one, as TVA Sports journalist Nicolas Cloutier got the scoop.
In short, everything is now confirmed and official.
The Canadiens Confirm Oliver Kapanen Assigned to Laval Rocket, and Announce Goaltender Cayden Primeau Has Also Been Sent Down
It'll be interesting to see how the Rocket manages its goalies now that the team has both Primeau and Jacob Fowler.
Here's the official announcement:
This is excellent news for Pascal Vincent's squad, strong reinforcements!
These are the first two roster moves by Kent Hughes following the Canadiens' elimination by the Washington Capitals.
Let's not forget, the Rocket currently leads 2-0 in their first-round playoff series against the Cleveland Monsters, thanks in part to the stellar play of goalie Fowler:
Promising signs for what's to come!
As for the next decisions from Kent Hughes, we may get clues as early as Monday morning during his press conference alongside Jeff Gorton.
It will be a season-ending media availability, but also a prime opportunity for Hughes and Gorton to lay out their plans for the summer.
You can be sure Hughes and Gorton will be questioned on topics like that.
Major decisions are on the horizon for the Montreal Canadiens in the coming weeks.
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