Smilanic played for the Trois-Rivières Lions last year. Despite his potential to at least establish himself in the AHL, the organization was not impressed with his performance.
While this may not be a significant loss, it is the kind of decision management must make to ensure they have available contracts to offer to prospects who truly have a chance to eventually play with the main team.
«The Montreal Canadiens have relinquished the rights to Rhett Pitlick, and they will likely do the same for Ty Smilanic.
It's a harsh reality, but it could become much more common in the future. The Canadiens are overflowing with quality prospects.»
