The Montreal Canadiens have made another eyebrow-raising roster move, recalling forward Joshua Roy and defenseman Marc Del Gaizo from the Laval Rocket, while sending Owen Beck back down just days after his emergency call-up.
The decision, announced Tuesday, has reignited debate among fans and analysts about the team’s development strategy and roster stability. Roy, who has been on fire in Laval with three goals and one assist in just four games, returns to Montreal after previously logging 11 points (6G, 5A) in 35 NHL appearances. His offensive spark could be exactly what the Canadiens need as they navigate a competitive Eastern Conference.
Del Gaizo, meanwhile, brings a steady presence on the blue line. The 26-year-old defenseman, signed this offseason to a one-year, two-way deal, has posted a plus-2 rating in his four games with Laval and is expected to add depth to a defensive corps that’s been inconsistent at times.
But the real surprise is the swift demotion of Owen Beck. Recalled on an emergency basis just days ago, Beck now finds himself back in the AHL without much of a chance to prove himself. The move has raised questions about whether the Canadiens are giving their young talent enough runway—or simply shuffling pieces without a clear plan.
With the team currently tied for first in the Eastern Conference, every decision is under the microscope. And this latest roster shuffle is no exception.
