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The Laval Rocket’s season is over.
Among the popular themes surrounding the Canadiens’ training club is the case of Pascal Vincent, who could be on his way to the NHL in the next few days.
There’s alsothe case of the goalies. It’s been THE topic of the playoffs, to be honest.
But there were other youngsters who needed watching. David Reinbacher, when you see him play in person, is the player who impressed me the most, bearing in mind the circumstances (injury, experience, etc.) surrounding his candidacy.
Making the wrong decision? It doesn’t seem to exist for him on the ice.
But on this subject, Grant McCagg, a former Canadiens scout with a keen eye for judging young talent, doesn’t think Reinbacher was the most impressive among defensemen.
Mind you, he didn’t hate what he saw. In fact, he was exactly what McCagg expected.
We often talk about Reinbacher, and to me, it’s obvious. He didn’t do anything unexpected. – Grant McCagg, on the Rocket’s positives
Folks are mentioning Reinbacher, and for me, that goes without saying. He didn’t do anything I wasn’t expecting him to do. The defenceman who impressed me the most was Mailloux. I thought his defensive game was solid for the most part. You can pick apart certain plays, but … https://t.co/dtAgix2c0V
– Grant McCagg (@grantmccagg) June 4, 2025
In fact, in his eyes, it was Logan Mailloux who was the most impressive. He found his game solid in general defensively speaking (I might add that it was in the particular that it was more complex) during the playoffs.
And McCagg added this:
Judging by his playoff usage, he may well be the most likely defenseman to land a spot in practice camp.
We’ll have to wait and see. – Grant McCagg on Logan Mailloux
I found Reinbacher to be more dominant in his zone, and with the Canadiens looking to bring Reinbacher to the NHL sooner rather than later, I don’t know if Mailloux is really ahead of him in the pecking order.
But if he is, I understand where that’s coming from. The Ontarian has more mileage in the last two years, he’s older, he’s more offensive, etc.
Obviously, the camp will determine everything. That said, I wonder where Mailloux would sit in the NHL, given that his defensive game isn’t up to Reinbacher’s level and that the club isn’t exactly looking for a powerplay quarterback.
The more time goes by, the more I think that yes, it’s possible to think that Mailloux could indeed be traded. After all, right now, his name is circulating a lot.
Logan Mailloux is potentially available via trade, but does trading him create a new problem for the Canadiens?@ShaunStarr78 and I break down the different scenarios to give a fair look at what might be a favourable trade market for young D.https://t.co/zibyHgVGBC
– Marco D’Amico (@mndamico) June 4, 2025
But hey. We know the Canadiens won’t give him away for the sake of giving him away. If he is traded, it will really be because the offer in question would suit the Canadiens.
It’s therefore possible that he’ll be present at the club’s next camp.
overtime
– The answer can’t be yes.
Are you satisfied with youth development in Quebec? #québec #hockey #draft #mtl pic.twitter.com/cTy7gh9PQB
– BPM Sports (@BPMSportsRadio) June 4, 2025
– News from CF Montreal.
#CFMTL this Wednesday morning at Centre Nutrilait.
1. We’re short staffed with national team departures and injuries. A 3rd guest goalkeeper is with the group: Andrew Romano (US Follonice Gavorrano, Italian Serie D). He came through the Toronto FC academy and will be… pic.twitter.com/boGZr6KPGc
– Maxime Truman (@MaximeTruman) June 4, 2025
– Interesting.
This is what I am hearing regarding CPL expansion.
– A CPL Team in Montreal is almost a done deal. A couple of details left to iron out. Plan A is to join in 2026.
If it materializes
– The plan is for home games to be played at Bois de Boulogne field in Laval
– Ownership… pic.twitter.com/l9tQ5aL95E
– Tony Marinaro (@TonyMarinaro) June 4, 2025
– Finally.
Colorado ends its 22-game winless streak. https://t.co/QzhZAqrP9X
– Passion MLB (@passion_mlb) June 4, 2025
– Will there be any trophies left to present next week?
“What trophy?”
Nikita Kucherov was surprised by his @TBLightning teammates with the Ted Lindsay Award!
Watch the #NHLAwards on June 12 at 6p ET on @NHL_On_TNT and @Sportsnet before Game 4 of the #StanleyCup Final! pic.twitter.com/SgQijN9G0A
– NHL (@NHL) June 4, 2025
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Eagles geared up for another Super Bowl run after Jaelan Phillips trade
The Philadelphia Eagles are already Super Bowl contenders, but that's not stopping general manager Howie Roseman from bolstering his roster before the trade deadline on Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET. On Monday, the Miami Dolphins sent linebacker Jaelan Phillips to the Eagles for a 2026 third-round pick (via ESPN's Adam Schefter). It's the third defensive trade Roseman and company have made in the past week. They already improved their secondary by acquiring cornerback Jaire Alexander from the Baltimore Ravens and CB Michael Carter II from the New York Jets. How Jaelan Phillips trade benefits Eagles Trading for 26-year-old Phillips should help the Eagles (6-2) solve one of their bigger defensive problems: the ability to generate pressure consistently. Per Pro Football Reference, Philadelphia is tied for 19th in the NFL in pressure rate (19 percent). It also has 16 sacks, tied with the Las Vegas Raiders (2-6) for 23rd in the league. Phillips had just three sacks through his first nine games with Miami, but he's still a quality pass-rusher. Pro Football Reference has credited him with 18 pressures this season, tied with Denver Broncos LB Nik Bonitto and Pittsburgh Steelers LB T.J. Watt for the 12th most in the league. That's great company for Phillips to be in. Both of those star defenders are Defensive Player of the Year candidates. As of Monday, DraftKings Sportsbook gives Bonitto +850 odds to win the award and Watt +3500 odds to capture it. Star Philadelphia LB Nolan Smith Jr. is expected to return from a triceps injury in Week 10 against the Green Bay Packers. He last played in Week 3 against the Los Angeles Rams. His return and the Phillips trade may now put the Eagles defense — which ranks 19th in the league in points allowed (23.1) — in a position to hit its stride. Even if their team is winning, top GMs, like two-time Super Bowl champion Roseman, continue to find ways to strengthen their clubs. He's likely done that again by landing Phillips.
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