In the last few minutes, another Quebecer has decided to leave the Montreal Canadiens organization, and it is the forward from Drummondville, Danick Martel.
Indeed, the 28-year-old left-winger, who played with the Laval Rocket in the last two seasons, has signed a one-year contract with HPK Hämeenlinna in the Finnish top division (Liiga).
"I am excited to join HPK. I am really looking forward to seeing the crowd, as European fans are really intense. They are a part of the game. It will be a great experience in this city, which is located about 100 km north of the capital, Helsinki. I will settle in, and my partner, along with our dog, will join me later." - Danick Martel.
Undoubtedly, we can expect to see a completely different lineup on the ice at Place Bell next season. Knowing very well that several prospects from the organization will make their professional debut in 2023-2024, many veterans have decided to try their luck elsewhere by agreeing to terms with a new team.
During his time in Laval, Danick Martel collected 21 goals and 24 assists in 96 games, playing a crucial role in the team's playoff journey in 2021-2022 with 15 points (including 9 goals) in 15 games.