New Canadiens Standout Looks Set to Secure Spot for Opening Night Lineup
As every year, young players from the Montreal Canadiens continue to surprise at training camp.
Among the names that come up often, Joe Veleno's is seriously starting to stand out after another strong game where he demonstrated everything he can bring to the team right from the start of the season.
Last night was marked by strong performances from young players like Owen Beck, Oliver Kapanen, and Samuel Blais, who are also trying to earn a spot in the lineup.
Multiple players have been cut following last night's game. But in the case of newcomer Joe Veleno, many observers note that his situation is different.
Joe Veleno seems to have confirmed his place with the Montreal Canadiens
It is known that Montreal is looking for stability at center, and Veleno could provide exactly that starting this season. With more than 300 NHL games under his belt, he could really bring experience to the 4th line to support the Canadiens' young players.
According to analyst Marc-Olivier Beaudoin, he was already part of the group of 22 or 23 players expected to start the regular season.
"Small clarification: I also like Joe Veleno's game, but I already considered him in the 22-23 player lineup for the CH for game 1 of the regular season, which is why I didn't mention him!" - Marc-Olivier Beaudoin
On social media, some even go so far as to say that the former first-round pick is now "a must for the opening game", thus confirming that the Canadiens won't have to hesitate long before giving him his chance.
"Joe Veleno has to be a lock to make the team after tonight." - Canadiens Muse
Now it's just a matter of waiting for the next cuts to officially confirm his role, but everything already points to a well-deserved spot for Veleno.
And to be frank, I believe this decision could be one of the easiest for the organization to make.
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