Canadiens Highlights: Reinbacher, Mailloux, & Thorpe Excel

Emil Heineman capitalized on a Mailloux rebound  in the second period, a play that will surely improve his confidence levels as he prepares for the Canadiens’ main camp. If he’s to earn a job in the NHL and more importantly, keep it, Heineman has to be productive in the offensive zone seeing as his defensive prowess is less than ideal.

Jared Davidson’s goal just 44 seconds later would tie the game, though we have to give credit to both David Reinbacher and Charles Savoie, as they were the players who created time and space for Davidson.

Tyler Thorpe made the most of every shift he was given. His raw skill set will require some refining, but he certainly has a nose for the net, and that’s usually innate.

Additional Montreal Canadiens Prospect Notes:

• Emanuelson Charbonneau looked quite good on the third pairing, which isn’t always easy considering the lack of shifts that comes with the assignment. His puck retrieval skills stood out, as did his smooth skating.
• Owen Beck was once again the best forward, however, Sean Farrell, Emil Heineman, and Charles Savoie entered the conversation with their strong outings. Savoie was particularly good.
• Lane Hutson did more excellent Lane Hutson things, but you already knew that, didn’t you. He’s officially listed as a defenceman, but in reality he’s a modern day rover.
• David Reinbacher looked much more comfortable on Sunday. He drove the play with confidence, something he’ll need to do with regularity if he’s to start the season with the Canadiens.
• Mailloux’s play in the offensive zone was great, though that shouldn’t come as a surprise. It’s what he does best. He was also quick to intervene after a Leafs prospect succumbed to his frustration and hit Hutson illegally in the third period.