Montreal Canadiens Bid Farewell to Sammy Blais
In a surprising turn of events, the Montreal Canadiens have waved goodbye to forward Sammy Blais, who has been picked up off waivers by their rivals, the Toronto Maple Leafs. This transfer occurred shortly after Blais was placed on waivers by the Canadiens on October 5, 2025, with the expectation that he would clear and join the Laval Rocket, the team’s American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate.
Blais’s Performance and Impact
Blais, a 6-foot-2 winger who had showcased his skills in the previous season, found a new home in Toronto, where he is set to bolster the Maple Leafs’ depth on the roster. During the 2024-25 season, he excelled in the AHL, scoring 14 goals and assisting on 26 others, totaling 40 points over 51 games. His impressive playoff performance was also notable, as he netted six goals and accumulated 19 points in just 23 games while racking up 77 penalty minutes.
Maple Leafs’ Strategic Moves
The Maple Leafs are not stopping there; they have also claimed goalie Cayden Primeau from the Carolina Hurricanes, indicating a strategy to enhance their lineup with a mix of emerging talent and experienced players. Over the course of his NHL career, spanning seven seasons, Blais has participated in 257 games, contributing 27 goals, 44 assists, and throwing himself into the fray with 835 hits, a testament to his physical style of play.
This acquisition is expected to enhance Toronto’s options for their third and fourth lines, giving them depth and experience as they look to compete in the upcoming season.
