That's why it's a big surprise to learn that the general manager has just signed a goalie, but rest assured, it's a two-way contract to play in the AHL.
Indeed, it was recently discussed that the goalie duo in Laval was inexperienced last year, which sank the team due to the start of the season.
With a GAA of 1.73 and a save percentage of 0.940, Hughes dominated the Swiss league, even continuing his excellent performance through the playoffs to the finals.
He could really surprise upon arriving in North America and, although he was never drafted in the NHL, he is a native of London, Ontario. So, in a way, he's coming home.
