Samuel Blais has been acquired through waivers by the Montreal Canadiens from the Toronto Maple Leafs. This move was announced on Thursday, with Blais set to join the Laval Rocket, the Canadiens’ American Hockey League affiliate.
Background on Samuel Blais
Blais, a 29-year-old forward from Montmagny, Quebec, initially signed a one-year contract with Montreal on the first day of free agency. However, he was claimed off waivers by Toronto on October 6.
Performance with the Maple Leafs
During his brief stint with the Maple Leafs, Blais played in eight games. He managed to record three points, which included one goal and two assists.
Notable Achievements in the AHL
- Blais played 51 games for the Abbotsford Canucks in the 2024-25 season.
- He totaled 40 points, scoring 14 goals and 26 assists.
- He spent 44 minutes in the penalty box during the season.
- In the playoffs, he produced six goals and 13 assists in 23 games, contributing to the Canucks’ Calder Cup victory.
Overall NHL Career Statistics
Across his NHL career, Blais has participated in 265 games with teams including the Maple Leafs, St. Louis Blues, and New York Rangers. In these games, he has accrued 74 points, consisting of 28 goals and 46 assists. Throughout his NHL tenure, he has spent a total of 126 minutes in the penalty box.
Draft Details
Samuel Blais was selected in the sixth round of the 2014 NHL Draft, being the 176th overall pick by the St. Louis Blues. His new chapter with the Canadiens is highly anticipated as he joins the AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket.
