Alex Belzile is the type of player that is easy to like and that many can associate with. He hasn’t had it easy in his career and has had to work for each of his opportunities. Last year, he had the chance to show off in Montreal and he took advantage of it.
In addition to his 14 points in 31 games, he brought a physical presence to the 4th line. Unfortunately for him, he fell victim to the excess of forwards in Montreal, which forced him to quit.
It was finally the Rangers who got their hands on his services and to hear the main interested party, his progress is not over. He was present at the Gagné-Bergeron Pro-Am, and he spoke with the media.
Alex Belzile is confident his game will continue to improve with the New York Rangers
A text of@eleblancRDS
— RDS (@RDSca) August 13, 2023
He is not bitter towards the organization of CH, but is happy to have an opportunity to continue his progress in New York. He wants to establish himself in the NHL on a regular basis and he believes the Blue Shirts are a good team to do so.
Belzile signed a 2-year contract worth a total of $1.55 million.
Rafael Harvey-Pinard was also present and he had only good words for his former teammate. Belzile helped him a lot in his early days and clearly his advice paid off.
In the case of Belzile, I wonder about his real possibilities of integrating into the Rangers line-up for the next two seasons. He showed great things at the end of the season, but to do it from the start of training camp and for a whole season is something else. I wish him a good career, but I don’t see how he could become a regular Rangers player.
He has a lot of heart for sure, but there are a lot of young forwards to consider too, including a certain Alexis Lafrenière.
The latter was also present and he can’t wait to see the role that Peter Laviolette will reserve for him. The new Rangers head coach has already promised more playing time for young players.
A lot of
– Nice victory.
Michael McDowell earns his place in the playoffs
— RDS (@RDSca) August 13, 2023
– Impressive at bat.
Ohtani hit his 41st homer of the season
— RDS (@RDSca) August 13, 2023
– It’s crazy.
I just heard Argos haven’t played a game in Toronto last six weeks. Is it any wonder nobody comes to their games? What a league
— Herb Zurkowsky (@HerbZurkowsky1) August 13, 2023
“Things are not going well in New York.
The Yankees collapse in the bottom of the ninth, allowing five points
— RDS (@RDSca) August 13, 2023
2023-08-13 18:00:00
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