Brandon Gignac was placed on waivers by the Canadiens with the intention of joining the Laval Rocket. After his first practice with Laval, he expressed a calm demeanor and a clear mission for the season, acknowledging that getting cut is part of hockey. Gignac aims to help younger players develop while maintaining a positive attitude. He is open to taking on a leadership role, especially with the captaincy vacancy, and emphasizes the importance of starting the season strong to avoid past struggles. His focus is on winning early to ensure a better chance at making the playoffs.
