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Controversial Sean Farrell rumour involving the Canadiens has just been contradicted

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April 12, 2023  (6:06 PM)
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So far, newcomer Sean Farrell has only played in four games for the Habs since his arrival in Montreal.

The 21-year-old forward has missed the last two games and has been in the press box watching the action from above to analyze the speed of play.

In connection with his absence in a losing season where there is no play in the Tricolore, a controversial rumor surfaced that the CH organization would not want the young man to play five games because it would mean he would pocket a performance bonus.

Of course, this is a plausible hypothesis, but very unrealistic. In fact, journalist Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports has bluntly stated that this rumor is false and unfounded. In his opinion, it is not a $25,000 bonus that would prevent Martin St-Louis from using it.

It would rather be a decision made for the best of his development.

"It's a bonus that will count against payroll next year, but you're not $25,000 away, one way or the other. Normally, Farrell will play Wednesday's game and probably Thursday's." - Renaud Lavoie

With the vacancies left by the departure of Rafael Harvey-Pinard and Jesse Ylonen, who were dealt to Laval, it is absolutely certain that we will see the fourth round pick in 2020 play at least one of the two remaining games.

The reporter also said that there has been a definite improvement in Farrell's game and attitude since his arrival a few days ago.

I'll tell you one thing I noticed in practice today, between the Sean Farrell that came in with the Canadiens about 10 days ago and Sean Farrell today, there's already a very big evolution.

Today, in practice, I felt he was confident with the puck, active. He was making plays. I understood why we decided to bring him [right away] to the Montreal Canadiens." - Renaud Lavoie

So it's encouraging for the development of the Harvard University alumnus, who will be able to work very hard over the summer to advance his game, knowing precisely what aspect he needs to work on in order to make his mark in the National League.

As for the rumor of the Habs refusing to pay him his $25,000 bonus, it's downright ridiculous.

Credit: HabsetLNH.com

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