There was a ghost in the New York Rangers fold on Tuesday morning as Magnymont forward Samuel Blais donned a contact-friendly jersey in team practice ahead of the playoff game against the Tampa Lightning. Bay in the evening.
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Since he was working extra time afterwards, it would be surprising to see him participate in the meeting, even if it is an encouraging development for the New York club.
The Victoriaville Tigres product has missed most of the regular season with a torn ligament in one knee sustained following a questionable move by New Jersey Devils defenseman P.K. Subban during the Nov. 14 game last at Madison Square Garden.
In 14 games, Blais has amassed four assists and 17 minutes in jail, while maintaining a differential of 3.
The 25-year-old Quebecer is in his first year with the Blueshirts, who got him from the St. Louis Blues in the trade that sent Pavel Buchnevich to Missouri on July 23.
In addition, Ryan Strome for his part left the ice after only a few minutes. TVA Sports journalist Renaud Lavoie then reported that the center player seemed to feel discomfort in the skate.
The fourth game of the Eastern Conference final will be broadcast on TVA Sports and on TVA Sports direct starting at 8 p.m. The Rangers lead this series 2-1.
