Every year there seems to be a player that stands out among the rest. Usually it’s a regular roster player that had a good summer and is getting ready to hit a new level. Sometimes it’s a young prospect that pushes their way on to the team. For the second year in a row, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves in that situation.
Last season it was Artturi Lehkonen. It started with a strong performance at the Rookie Tournament and extended into the preseason. The 2013 2nd round pick had a great season after making the team.