'Joshua Roy experiment in Montreal is done': What his demotion could mean about his future with the Canadiens
Joshua Roy's stint with the Canadiens ended Monday as he was assigned to the Laval Rocket before the team flew to Utah to face the Mammoth.
It's clear this wasn't much of a surprise. With the arrival of Alexandre Texier, roster spots up front became much tighter and the Habs had to make a decision. In my opinion, Roy had become the easiest option to move.
Recalled on November 16, Roy played only two games with the big club.
He didn't register a point and was even left out of the lineup on Saturday against the Toronto Maple Leafs in favor of Florian Xhekaj.
He didn't register a point and was even left out of the lineup on Saturday against the Toronto Maple Leafs in favor of Florian Xhekaj.
One observer summed up the situation with a lot of honesty:
"Barring any injury, I think the Joshua Roy experiment in MTL is done.
He came in very hot when he was called back up the first time and never was able to replicate it.
I think he'll fall under players too good for the AHL, but not good enough for the NHL."
- Alex
He came in very hot when he was called back up the first time and never was able to replicate it.
I think he'll fall under players too good for the AHL, but not good enough for the NHL."
- Alex
Why Joshua Roy's return to Laval sends a clear message to the Canadiens
In reality, Roy never truly got many chances, but he didn't seize the ones he did get either.
He spent almost the entire season with the Rocket, where he performed well with four goals and three assists in 10 games. In the NHL, he has 11 points in 38 games, which isn't huge, but it's not terrible either.
At least, I believe his return to Laval can really help him. He'll play more, regain his rhythm, and be able to prove he deserves another real opportunity with the Canadiens.
For the Habs, this sends a clear message. With Texier's arrival and several young players pushing, you have to earn your spot. Nothing is automatic now.
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