Sports Forecaster
Michael McNiven
#70 -
G
Status
In the minors
Ht/Wt
6’1’’,
199 lbs
Catches
L
Experience
0
years
(Rookie)
Born
Jul 9, 1997
(24 yrs)
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Signed
Signed by Montreal in 2015.
Drafted from
Owen Sound (OHL)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2021-10-02 |
Placed on waivers by the Montreal Canadiens for the purpose of being assigned to the Laval Rocket (AHL).
|
| 2021-08-06 |
Re-signed as a restricted free agent by the Montreal Canadiens to a one-year two-way contract.
|
| 2021-07-26 |
Montreal Canadiens tendered a qualifying offer.
|
| 2021-05-18 |
Recalled from the Laval Rocket (AHL).
|
| 2021-04-17 |
Assigned to the Laval Rocket (AHL).
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian Hockey League | Goaltender of the Year Goaltender of the Year | 2016-17, 2016-17 |
| OHL | Dave Pinkney Trophy Top Team Goaltending | 2016-17 |
| OHL | F.W. "Dinty" Moore Trophy Rookie Goaltie with best GAA | 2014-15 |
| OHL | First All-Star Team First All-Star Team | 2016-17 |
| OHL | First All-Rookie Team First All-Rookie Team | 2014-15 |
News
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Rotowire
Sun, Oct 3, 2021 at 4:33pm
The Canadiens waived McNiven on Sunday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
Rotowire
Fri, Aug 6, 2021 at 12:58pm
McNiven agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with Montreal on Friday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
Scouting Report
Is very strong in his legs, with a solid lower base, so he is able to push off laterally pretty well. His positioning is also quite good. Was a stellar junior goaltender with dominant qualities. Needs to make adjustments to better thrive in the pro ranks. Lacks optimum height.
Long Range Potential: Solid goaltender with some upside.
