Earlier this week, news from Sweden confirmed that 2015 third-round pick Lukas Vejdemo would be coming across the Atlantic to ply his trade in Montreal. Unlike what many originally expected, if he doesn’t crack the NHL lineup, he will stay and suit up for the AHL’s Laval Rocket in the 2018-19 season.
For the Rocket, this another significant addition to their lineup as they look to make an impact after finishing last in the AHL last year. He’ll be joining a team that has been replenished with both veteran and young talent in the months since their season ended.