Montreal canadiens Prospects Engage in On-Ice altercation, Coach Praises Skillset
Two highly touted prospects for the Montreal Canadiens, Juraj Slafkovský and Filip mesar, were involved in a on-ice skirmish during a recent practice or game. While the exact context of the incident remains unclear, coach Lauri Mikkola was quoted as saying, “He has amazing skills… He can do everything on the ice,” in reference to one of the players, as reported by Mark Masters on August 2, 2025.
The article suggests that the altercation, while perhaps fueled by the intensity of competition, does not stem from any underlying animosity between the two players, who are considered key prospects for the Canadiens. The author notes the positive aspect of players being able to separate on-ice performance from their off-ice relationships,especially given their potential future competition for NHL roster spots.
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