{"id":791847,"date":"2026-07-10T02:18:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T02:18:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/791847\/"},"modified":"2026-07-10T02:18:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T02:18:10","slug":"26-year-old-left-shot-defenseman-signs-with-the-montreal-canadiens-organization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/791847\/","title":{"rendered":"26-year-old left-shot defenseman signs with the Montreal Canadiens organization"},"content":{"rendered":"


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We have a new signing to share within the Montreal Canadiens organization.<\/p>\n

The Trois-Rivi\u00e8res Lions confirmed in the last few hours the return of defenseman Jake Gravelle.<\/p>\n

The Canadiens’ ECHL affiliate is building its roster for the 2026-27 season, and it is interesting because it strengthens the organization’s depth.<\/p>\n

It is also another name we could see arrive at the Montreal Canadiens’ training camp in September.<\/p>\n

After joining the team midway through last season, Gravelle will now play a full season in a Lions uniform.<\/p>\n

The left-shot defenseman played 28 games in the Elite Ice Hockey League this season before returning to Canada on February 5.<\/p>\n

In 26 games with the Lions, he recorded nine points, including three goals, while posting a strong +13 rating.<\/p>\n

Before turning professional, Gravelle spent four years at Western University.<\/p>\n

His university production was impressive: 74 points in 84 games.<\/p>\n

The Lions shared the news on their social media:<\/p>\n

“The Trois-Rivi\u00e8res Lions announce the return of Jake Gravelle!<\/p>\n

The impact defenseman is back and will play his first full season with the Lions! He will once again bring stability and reliability to the lineup!”<\/p>\n

His university career was also highlighted by several honors.<\/p>\n

He was named the OUA West Division’s top defenseman in 2022-23 and was also selected to the OUA Second All-Star Team in 2024-25.<\/p>\n

Jake Gravelle earns a spot in the Montreal Canadiens organization, starting with the Lions<\/p>\n

A native of North Bay, Ontario, he developed through the OHL junior ranks with Mississauga and Hamilton.<\/p>\n

In 130 OHL games, the defenseman totaled 38 points and accumulated 117 penalty minutes.<\/p>\n

“I’m really excited to be back in Trois-Rivi\u00e8res this season. Even though I arrived late last year, I absolutely loved my time here,” he said.<\/p>\n

“I’m looking forward to seeing our fans again. I can’t wait to see you all very soon!” added the Ontario native.<\/p>\n

He joins Anthony Beauregard, Mathias Laferri\u00e8re, Landon Fuller, and \u00c9douard Charron among the players already confirmed for next season.<\/p>\n

The team, led by Ron Choules, is gradually taking shape ahead of the 2026-27 season.<\/p>\n

A full training camp will give Gravelle the opportunity to show whether he can become much more than just a depth addition.<\/p>\n

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26-year-old left-shot defenseman signs with the Montreal Canadiens organization<\/p>\n

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