Martin St-Louis faces key lineup decision involving Zachary Bolduc following latest news

The second-level jinx shows no mercy for a 23-year-old. Let’s be honest: Zachary Bolduc is going through a stretch that is starting to become really heavy to carry.

We can agree that his last goal dates back to December 23. It has now been 24 games since the Quebecer has beaten an opposing goaltender in the NHL.

Simply put, the guy has always had solid execution in front of the net. Yet it feels like his offensive production has fallen off over the past two and a half months.

His style of play has changed to become more physical. But by trying to play the bruiser, he seems to have lost his natural scoring touch.

In the month of March, the pressure rises at the Bell Centre for young prospects. Zachary Bolduc still has far too few points to justify top-line ice time.

We have to admit it: Martin St-Louis now faces a serious puzzle. The coach must reignite his young player without sacrificing the veterans who are currently delivering the goods.

Zachary Bolduc stuck in a 24-game scoring drought as Canadiens search for offensive spark

Lately, he has posted a -3 differential during his most difficult outings.

That’s the kind of statistic that does not help convince management of his progression.

Inside the Montreal Canadiens locker room, patience with young players is emphasized.

But patience has its limits when the team’s quick offensive push suffers in every game.

This morning, fans are wondering whether a stint in Laval is an option. A weekend with the Rocket might help him regain confidence.

The important thing is for Bolduc to find a way to be effective without overcomplicating things. No one is asking him to save the world, just to put the puck in the net.

We’re not panicking, but something needs to break soon.

A lucky goal, a deflection, anything to end this 24-game drought.