According to Canadian sources, Oliver Kapanen, 21, will be in Montreal’s starting lineup when the Canadiens visit Boston in their back-to-back games.
The Finnish newcomer, who charmed Canadiens fans with his good performances in the NHL training season, did not get to play yet when Montreal beat Toronto 1-0 in the opening game of the series early on Thursday morning.
Against the rested Boston Bruins, Montreal’s head coach Martin St. Louis needs more light feet on the ice, and quick-footed Oliver Kapanen is a natural alternative to it.
According to the source, Oliver Kapanen, 21, who excelled in KalPa last league season, will join the Canadiens’ four chain, where they will also attack Brendan Gallagher and Jake Evans.
A couple of older Swedes make room for Kapas in the crew Emil Heinemanwho got responsibility in the opening game for less than ten minutes.
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