Montreal Canadiens recall forward Samuel Blais from Laval Rocket

Montreal Canadiens' Samuel Blais (27) plays a pass during training camp in Brossard, Que., Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press)

The Montreal Canadiens have recalled forward Samuel Blais from their farm team, the Laval Rocket, in the American Hockey League.

The team’s management made the announcement on Sunday morning, a few hours before their game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena.

Claimed off waivers at the end of November, Blais, 29, has nine points, including three goals, in nine games with the Rocket.

Blais signed a one-year contract with the Canadiens when free agency opened, but was claimed off waivers by the Toronto Maple Leafs in October.

In nine games with the Rocket this season, the Quebec native from Montmagny has recorded nine points (3 goals, 6 assists).

This report by The Canadian Press was first published in French on Dec. 21, 2025.