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A forgotten prospect with the Canadiens is experiencing a meteoric rise and could shake things up

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Guillaume Bergeron
August 28, 2024 (8:18 PM)

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The Canadiens have a strong pool of prospects across the NHL, with several young players making waves, though some are overlooked.

Oliver Kapanen falls into this overlooked category. The 2nd-round pick in 2021 is showing remarkable progress. He made significant strides in his development last year and is a well-rounded player.

«The lack of media coverage around Oliver Kapanen right now amazes me. Oliver has professional qualities. What he did in the Liiga playoffs reminds me of Lehkonen with Frolunda in 2016.»

- Nicolas Cloutier, TVA Sports

The comparison is intriguing. Oliver Kapanen is currently playing on the top line of his Swedish team in the country's premier league.

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