Forgotten Canadiens prospect opens up about Martin St-Louis: ‘Insane’

A Montreal Canadiens prospect was left impressed by Martin St-Louis.

The defenseman, selected in the third round this summer, took part in the Canadiens’ development camp in Brossard in July.

Here’s part of what he had to say:

Cleaves’ comments carry some extra weight.

The young defenseman has a personal connection to the St-Louis family through the Mid-Fairfield program in Connecticut.

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Cleaves also played school hockey with Lucas, one of the head coach’s sons, a connection that made the experience even more meaningful for him.

That kind of praise adds to a long list of positive comments about Martin St-Louis’ leadership since he took over behind the bench in 2022.

The head coach’s contract situation also remains a storyline as he enters the final year of his current deal with the Montreal Canadiens.

Could a contract extension for Martin St-Louis finally be announced soon?

Geoff Molson recently expressed optimism that an extension is coming, and it could even be announced around the team’s annual golf tournament.

It’s one to keep an eye on.