A surprising situation in New York is creating a rare opportunity for the Montreal Canadiens on waivers, and Kent Hughes will have his choice.
We've just learned of a surprise on the waiver wire as an unexpected name has appeared and will be available to the rest of the league for 24 hours.
We're talking about Juuso Parssinen, a still-young center, versatile, and capable of playing in multiple roles.
Indeed, Parssinen, 24, was placed on waivers after being scratched frequently this season.
It's news that surprises me a bit, especially when you look at his recent track record. He hasn't dominated, but he has been useful everywhere he's been.
He scored two goals and one assist in 14 games this year in a very limited role. He was playing less than nine minutes per game. Let's be honest, that doesn't help anyone shine.
Yet Parssinen has already shown he can hold his own in a responsible center role. He has 56 points in 151 NHL games. It's not spectacular, but it's still very respectable for a guy who has often been moved around between lines.
And in Montreal, that type of profile could really help.
A perfect center to stabilize the Canadiens
Even with the recent addition of the young Texier, I find that the Habs still lack depth at center. You see it in every game.
A guy who keeps things simple, is reliable defensively, and helps move the puck out of the zone would make a real difference. In my view, Parssinen could offer exactly that. Based on everything we see and hear about him, he's big, he skates well, and he doesn't force plays.
In short, even if it's not a flashy name, it's a logical fit for Montreal. I think this kind of addition could potentially stabilize a line and help Martin St-Louis fairly quickly.
And honestly, an opportunity like this doesn't come around often. Now we'll see if the Canadiens make a move.
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