The past year was a big one for Cale Fleury. A solid rookie year in the AHL led to a strong showing in the 2019 pre-season, and eventually a regular NHL role to start the season. As with almost all young players in the NHL, they are prone to mistakes, and Fleury was no different in that regard. As the Montreal Canadiens’ playoff hopes dwindled, Fleury was sent back to the Laval Rocket to bolster the minor-league club’s chances at a post-season berth.
Much like Jesperi Kotkaniemi’s AHL stint, Fleury’s was not a long one, but served as a confidence booster and teaching point for the young defender.