The former management of the Montreal Canadiens has been making headlines recently, particularly Marc Bergevin, who granted a rare interview to journalist Pierre LeBrun that sparked considerable discussion this week. A notable part of the interview was about Logan Mailloux.
While Bergevin chose not to expand on the decision to select Mailloux, he expressed satisfaction with the young man’s efforts to earn a second chance. TVA Sports highlighted 15 key takeaways from his remarks.
Similarly, Paul Wilson, who previously worked alongside Bergevin, echoed this sentiment but refrained from commenting extensively on Mailloux, acknowledging the sensitivity of the issue given the backlash they faced at the time. Despite the criticism, I believe they should take pride in this narrative. They placed their trust in Mailloux, who has worked hard to redeem himself and is now a key part of the Canadiens’ future.
It’s a compelling story of redemption, and I think they should feel good about discussing Mailloux. I personally admire this young hockey player and am excited that he is part of the Canadiens organization.
So why be hesitant about it? This approach only complicates a situation that doesn’t require it.
This morning, Paul Wilson addressed the Marc Bergevin situation on BPM Sports, acknowledging that the decision to draft Mailloux contributed to the end of his tenure with the Canadiens. Charles-Alexis Brisebois noted that Wilson’s demeanor suggested he was treading carefully, indicating this remains a highly sensitive topic for them.
