Hughes and the Canadiens Could Soon Add a New Version of Philip Danault to Their Lineup
Owen Beck, a promising young player for the Montreal Canadiens, is standing out in his first professional season with the Laval Rocket.
At just 20 years old, he has scored seven goals and tallied 20 points in 23 games, becoming his team's top scorer.
Known for his defensive abilities and faceoff prowess, he is now surprising everyone with his offensive contributions, a facet of his game that was not his strength in junior hockey.
His exceptional performances have drawn comparisons to Phillip Danault, a former versatile player for the Canadiens.
Anthony Marcotte praised his potential on BPM Sports, stating that Beck could establish himself as a cornerstone in the NHL and have a long and successful career.
- Anthony Marcotte
Owen Beck, a replacement for Jake Evans if the he ever leaves the Montreal Canadiens?
This development raises questions about Jake Evans' future, as he will become a free agent at the end of the season.
If Evans' salary expectations are high, General Manager Kent Hughes might choose to trade him and give Beck a chance on the main roster as early as next year.
With his well-rounded profile, youth, and already impressive performances, Owen Beck seems to embody the ideal next-generation player for the Canadiens. Beyond adding depth to the team, he offers valuable flexibility to an organization in the midst of a rebuild.
Beck's trajectory hints at a bright future for the Canadiens.
In fact, it seems all but confirmed that this player will be part of the National Hockey League.
The question remains whether he will be a top-6 player or more of an excellent third, or fourth-line player.
In any case, it feels like Martin St. Louis will love this young forward, who is currently dazzling everyone with the Laval Rocket.
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