The Montreal Canadiens’ summer has been anything but ordinary, and their latest acquisition is already making waves before even stepping onto the ice in a Habs jersey.

Zachary Bolduc, freshly traded from the St. Louis Blues, has wasted no time in sending a bold message to his new team—one that’s turning heads both inside the locker room and across the league.

In an unexpected move, Bolduc approached head coach Martin St-Louis with a proposition that few saw coming, challenging perceptions about his role and revealing a level of determination that’s rare among young NHL talents.

Bolduc’s attitude is quickly becoming the talk of Montreal, with insiders and fans alike buzzing about his willingness to take on any responsibility, even those outside his comfort zone.

But what exactly did he propose, and why has it sparked so much intrigue among coaches and teammates?

Could this be the missing piece the Canadiens have been searching for, or is there more to the story than meets the eye? As rumors swirl and expectations rise, one thing is clear—Bolduc’s arrival could mark a turning point for the franchise.

Read on as we uncover the details behind this surprising development and explore what it could mean for the future of the Canadiens.

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The recent acquisition by the Montreal Canadiens, Zachary Bolduc, acquired in a trade with the St. Louis Blues in July, has sent quite a message.

That says a lot about his attitude!

Even though he is not really known as a penalty kill player, Bolduc has just outright proposed to Martin St-Louis that he could be used in that role if needed. Wow.

Zachary Bolduc Is Ready to Do Anything to Help the Montreal Canadiens

In a recent article in La Presse, here’s what he said:

“Zack Bolduc says he’s ready to play on the Canadiens’ penalty kill and that he simply wants to help the team win.”

Bolduc has mentioned it many times – he simply wants to help the Montreal Canadiens win, no matter his role or what he’s asked to do!

“I want to help the Canadiens be a better team, whether it’s five-on-five, on the power play, or on the penalty kill. I’ve never really had the chance to play on the penalty kill, but I’m smart and I see the game well. It’s something I could add to my toolbox. I’m going to come in with that mindset.”

– Zachary Bolduc, in an interview with La Presse

Now that’s a winning attitude!

Personally, I truly think Bolduc will become a solid top-six forward in the National Hockey League, and knowing he genuinely wants to become a complete player, I believe I would give him a chance at center for one or two preseason games.

Imagine if the result is impressive and he becomes the second-line center we’ve been looking for!

Zachary Bolduc, 22 years old, is a 6-foot, 187-pound forward who recorded 36 points in 72 games last season, including 19 goals – but most notably, he collected 14 points in his last 19 games, with nine goals.

He’s on the verge of breaking out for good.