Mailloux named to AHL Top Prospects Team despite decent season

All in all, it’s a nice token of appreciation for Mailloux… even if he didn’t have as big an offensive season as we would have liked in Montreal.

After all, when you look at a youngster’s progress, the goal is to see him improve from year to year.

But, in reality, we know that Mailloux also focused on other aspects of his game in 24-25.

Pascal Vincent wanted to see him become more responsible in his zone, because defensively, it wasn’t glorious for Mailloux last year.

He even struggled defensively during his brief stay with the Canadiens at the start of the 24-25 season…

But hey. If Mailloux can correct this aspect of his game, he’ll be in a position to enjoy a fine, long career in the National League. The development of a defenseman can take longer, and you have to take the time necessary to allow the youngsters to progress as they should, and next year we need to see him be better in all three zones of the rink.

At least, that’s if he’s still part of the Montreal organization next fall…

Overtime

– It’s true.

– Can’t wait to see what the Canadiens do.

– Interesting!

– Good news for the Celtics and the club’s fans.