Cayden Primeau is facing significant challenges this season, struggling to replicate his previous strong performances. After starting the 2023-2024 season with difficulties, his statistics have been troubling.
Drafted in the seventh round by the Canadiens in 2017, Primeau has had a slow journey to becoming a credible NHL goaltender, a point emphasized by a notable journalist.
As conveyed by Marc-Antoine Godin of Radio-Canada, Primeau’s performance this season has been so subpar that a potential assignment to the Laval Rocket seems likely.
Recent goalie metrics reveal that Primeau ranks last among NHL goaltenders in goals saved above average, despite only having played 10 games.
Additionally, his goals saved above expectations (GSAx) stands at a -6.57, marking one of the lowest differentials in the league.
With both Jakub Dobes and Connor Hughes excelling in their roles with the Laval Rocket, it may soon become necessary for Kent Hughes to consider moving Cayden Primeau down to the AHL. This season, Primeau has recorded just two wins and has a 4.45 goals-against average, which fails to meet the standards of an NHL goalie today.
However, this move would depend on Jakub Dobes being healthy and prepared to play when the decision is made, which appears to be on the horizon.
