Montreal Canadiens Emerge As Frontrunners To Acquire Tij Ignila

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Hunter Bowman
April 4, 2024 (12:10)

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Reportedly, Steven Gonzalez from BPM Sport has brought to light the Montreal Canadiens keen interest in selecting Tij Ignila LA from the WHL in this year's draft. Gonzalez revealed that the team has already held four meetings with him and sees him as a potential pick.

Tij, son of the renowned NHL player Jarome Iginla, has showcased an impressive performance with the Kelowna Rockets in the WHL this season. With 64 games under his belt, he's tallied 47 goals and 37 assists, totaling 84 points. Despite spending 35 minutes in the penalty box, he boasts a solid +17 rating.

According to reports from eliteprospects.com, the 17-year-old forward has consistently ranked between 10th and 23rd across various NHL scouting platforms.

Standing at six feet tall and weighing 185 lbs, his combination of size, speed, and scoring prowess would greatly benefit the Canadiens' top 6 lineup. With players like Josh Anderson potentially departing soon, Tij Iginla's addition could bolster Kent Hughes offensive arsenal.

Currently sitting at the bottom of the Atlantic division, the Canadiens are expected to remain there with just eight games left in the season. Engulfed in a rebuilding phase for the past few years, the team has been steadily accumulating promising prospects. Adding a talent like Tij Iginla would undoubtedly elevate their competitiveness.

The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is scheduled for June 28th and 29th in Las Vegas, NV.

Source: Oilersdaily
Montreal Canadiens leading team in conversation with Tij Iginla