Maple Leafs Claim Samuel Blais Off Waivers
Samuel Blais has been claimed off waivers by the Toronto Maple Leafs, marking a new chapter in his career. The Quebec-born forward did not play a single regular season game for the Montreal Canadiens after signing a one-year contract worth $775,000 this summer.
Maple Leafs Acquire Samuel Blais
The Maple Leafs secured Blais on Monday afternoon. This move comes after he was waived by the Canadiens following their training camp. Blais, who is 29 years old, was not only picked up by Toronto but the Leafs also claimed goalie Cayden Primeau, who was waived by the Carolina Hurricanes.
Training Camp Cuts and Impact
Following the Montreal Canadiens’ training camp, Blais was reassigned before joining the Laval Rocket in the AHL. As a result, all other NHL teams had the opportunity to claim him before the Maple Leafs acted.
Career Stats and Previous Teams
- Games Played in NHL: 257
- Total Points: 71
- Former Teams: St. Louis Blues, New York Rangers
- Recent Team: Abbotsford Canucks in AHL
Blais spent the majority of last season in the AHL, playing for the Abbotsford Canucks. His journey in the NHL has included significant experiences that he aims to build on with the Maple Leafs.
