Mesar, who unfortunately has not developed as expected since being selected in the 1st round of the 2022 draft by the Habs, could indeed be loaned by Kent Hughes for the 2024-25 season.
He only amassed 52 points in 45 games last season in the OHL.
Generally, for a 1st round NHL pick playing in junior leagues, better production is expected.
Juraj Slafkovsky's best friend could technically make the jump with the Rocket in a few weeks, but is he ready to do so?
There doesn't seem to be much room for him within the top three lines in Laval, and a decision will have to be made.
The Eyes On The Prize network just mentioned that the option of loaning Filip Mesar to a professional club in Europe is very real.
This would probably be better for his development, compared to a spot on the Rocket's 4th line or in the top-6 of the Trois-Rivières Lions.
This will be one of the stories to closely follow at training camp, a camp that will be very important for Mesar.
Do you think he has a future as a regular and impactful player with the Montreal Canadiens?
From what we know about the young player's attitude, a return to Europe won't please him at all, but Kent Hughes has to make tough decisions, and Mesar will have no choice but to accept it.
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Filip Mesar : L'idée de le voir être prêté à un club en Europe est soulevée
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Where do you see Filip Mesar in two years? | ||
Laval Rocket | 82 | 15.2 % |
Top 6 of the Canadiens | 32 | 5.9 % |
Third or fourth line of the Canadiens | 160 | 29.7 % |
Elsewhere or traded | 264 | 49.1 % |
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