Kent Hughes hits home run with goalie signing
As we speak, on November 3, 2024, we can confirm that Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes has hit a home run by signing goaltender Connor Hughes.
The new Laval Rocket goaltender, aged 28, impressed the CH management last season in Europe.
Since joining the Rocket, he has shone with his exceptional statistics, with a goals-against average of 1.51 and an efficiency rate of 0.945, as well as a record of three wins and one loss.
Isn't that incredible?
This performance attracts attention, especially in a context where Canadiens goaltenders Cayden Primeau and Samuel Montembeault are having difficult outings.
The idea of promoting Hughes to Montreal is gaining momentum, especially since his advanced age for a newcomer in North America would allow for a quick transition to the NHL.
As my colleague William Nadeau of the HabsEtLNH site pointed out, Hughes' name is on the lips of all the experts covering the Laval Rocket, from near or far:
While Jakub Dobes, the organization's promising young goalie, is still developing and currently injured, Hughes could be a short-term solution if Montreal's struggles persist.
His unexpected arrival could well shake up the Canadiens' organizational chart and let's be honest, that's not a bad thing.
