Major development regarding Paul Bryon: Kent Hughes confirms that he wants to keep him within the organization
During the press conference held after the transaction involving Jeff Petry, Kent Hughes addressed several important files for the Canadiens.
Indeed, the general manager also confirmed that forward Paul Byron would soon announce his retirement, he who was still without a contract for the next season.
It's notably remembered that a video showing Paul Byron addressing the Habs prospects during the development camp had circulated on social media in early July.
Many observers had then questioned the role the small forward had within the organization, as he was technically no longer a member of the Canadiens at that time.
Some therefore suggested that the 34-year-old veteran might have accepted a position with the Montreal team, indicating that he would be back with the team's entourage for the start of the 2023-2024 season.
The Tricolore's general manager somewhat confirmed this information, mentioning that he would meet with Paul Byron in the coming weeks to potentially offer him a new role with the Habs.
Wow!
There is no doubt that his experience could certainly bring something more to the organization and we strongly hope that he will be, in a very different role, with the team this year.
During his 12 seasons in the NHL, Paul Byron scored a total of 98 goals and 110 assists (208 points) in 521 games with the Buffalo Sabres, Calgary Flames, and Montreal Canadiens.
Although he had two seasons with more than 20 goals with the Bleu-Blanc-Rouge, fans will mainly remember his famous goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the 2021 playoffs.
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