Canadiens make a roster shake-up immediately after signing Alexandre Texier
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Alexandre Texier‘s arrival is creating intrigue as fans learn why he chose Montreal and when he’ll join the Canadiens, raising questions about his role and impact.
The story of Alexandre Texier has taken an unexpected turn in the last few hours. In fact, it is now being revealed that the forward had a better financial offer from another NHL team.
“Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced on Sunday that the team has agreed to terms on a one-year, $1 million contract with forward Alexandre Texier. The team also recalled defenseman Adam Engstrom from the Laval Rocket.”
– Montreal Canadiens
In addition, this news adds an interesting layer of mystery around Texier’s arrival and what the Canadiens may have truly promised him in terms of role.
Alex Newhook’s injury created an obvious hole in the top nine. It was exactly the kind of situation his camp was looking for to give him a fresh boost.
Texier signed a one-year contract worth one million dollars.
Texier could start as early as Wednesday with the Montreal Canadiens
We received more good news when it was confirmed he’ll be at practice tomorrow. And according to several indications, Texier could be in uniform as early as Wednesday against the Mammoth.
I believe this type of arrival can change the dynamic of a locker room.
Here, effort is valued. Players who genuinely want to be in Montreal are valued.
And honestly, I find that Texier fits exactly into that category.
What happens next will be decided on the ice… but everything indicates that the Canadiens already believe he can help as early as this week.
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Canadiens make a roster shake-up immediately after signing Alexandre Texier
Do you think Alexandre Texier will really help the Montreal Canadiens from his very first games?