exposed him just a day earlier<\/a>.<\/p>\nBlais’ stay with Maple Leafs a short one<\/p>\n
Blais had only skated in eight games with the Leafs, registering one goal and two assists, before Toronto made room for healthy returnees.<\/p>\n
His ice time had been limited and his underlying metrics at 5-on-5 weren’t impressive – though some alternative possession numbers suggested flashes of promise.<\/p>\n
For Montreal, the move feels like reclamation more than regret. The 29-year-old Quebec native signed a one-year deal with the Canadiens in July, only to be lost on waivers to the Maple Leafs shortly before the season began.<\/p>\n
Habs management initially believed he would pass through waivers and report to their AHL affiliate in Laval, but that plan never came to fruition.<\/p>\n
Leafs losing a good depth player in Sammy Blais<\/p>\n
The Leafs are losing a quality depth asset here. Blais was a key contributor during the 2024-25 AHL campaign, putting up 14 goals and 40 points in 51 games – and then adding six goals and 19 points in 23 playoff games en route to a Calder Cup.<\/p>\n
With Blais back in Montreal, fans may see him slot into a bottom-six role and add some depth and physicality when injuries or slumps hit.<\/p>\n
It’s a quick turnaround for Blais, but a second chance to fit into the Canadiens’ mix. The Leafs, and head coach Craig Berube, whom he had won a Stanley Cup with in St. Louis, will certainly miss what he brings to the table.<\/p>\n
Previously on Toronto Hockey Daily<\/p>\n
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