Jeff Gorton confirms good news regarding Oliver Kapanen
With the significant injuries to Patrik Laine and David Reinbacher, a bit of positivity is welcome within the Canadiens organization, and that's the case with Oliver Kapanen.
Indeed, the young forward has truly impressed since the start of camp, and there's increasing speculation that he might be earning his spot on Martin St-Louis's roster.
This would be a lovely surprise, as he just signed a two-year contract extension in Europe, which can only be prioritized by an NHL agreement.
This means that if the Canadiens want to keep him, they must play him in Montreal. Laval is not an option.
As fans increasingly call for him to remain in Montreal and with Patrik Laine's injury hurting, there's a spot to fill for the young player, and Jeff Gorton was willing to share the plan regarding him.
The message is very clear, as are the organization's intentions. Oliver Kapanen will have every opportunity to showcase his skills before the end of camp, and there's a good chance he'll stay with the team, especially after Patrik Laine's injury.
Additionally, according to Chantal Machabée, we can expect an announcement from the Canadiens today regarding the injury and rehabilitation timeline for the Finn.
