In a recent interview with esteemed Radio-Canada journalist Marc Antoine Godin, Kent Hughes revisited the Matvei Michkov situation. While it’s not surprising, it is noteworthy that the Montreal Canadiens’ general manager acknowledged for the first time that management knew Michkov was the fans’ favored choice in the 2023 draft. An overwhelming number of supporters wanted Hughes and his team to select Michkov with their 5th overall pick.
Hughes commented on Kapanen’s confidence, noting that David’s personality is distinct from Michkov’s. He mentioned that Kapanen’s arrival in Montreal was less fraught since the fanbase was primarily focused on Michkov.
We encourage readers to check out the entire article, where Hughes shares his thoughts on Patrik Laine and expresses enthusiasm about Oliver Kapanen.
As for Reinbacher, one might speculate whether he is struggling with confidence. Michkov’s potential success in Philadelphia could exacerbate any doubts he has, especially with the serious injury he sustained against the Toronto Maple Leafs. We genuinely hope he recovers in the next 5 to 6 months and makes progress during that time.
If the Canadiens had concerns about Michkov, particularly regarding his attitude, let’s trust that the decision was made thoughtfully. Both of these players are still very young.
