Indeed, Doug Armstrong was also the GM of Team Canada for the last World Championship won by Canada, where Samuel was the starting goaltender.
The Canadiens organization offered him to come to Montreal and miss a Rocket game to receive his ring. Barron declined this offer. Yet, he would have made the trip with Joshua Roy, who was called up on the same day.
It speaks volumes about his priorities. He will receive his ring sooner or later, but the game he would have missed could not be replayed. The Rocket aims to make the playoffs, and every game is crucial. A clear demonstration of maturity from the young defenseman.