Toronto Maple Leafs Officially Claim Goaltender Off Waivers, Add Another Forward in the Process

Just moments ago, the Toronto Maple Leafs took former Montreal Canadiens goaltender Cayden Primeau off waivers, as the team needs a backup right now.

Furthermore, it was revealed that the team claimed left-wing forward Sammy Blais, who was put on waivers by the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday.

These are some massive moves for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and they certainly create an interesting situation for guys like James Reimer and even Dennis Hildeby.

Earlier this morning, it was suggested that the Maple Leafs would be going after goaltender Michael DiPietro, who was put on waivers by the Boston Bruins.

However, based on NHL experience, it is very clear that Cayden Primeau was a much better option for this team. You have to love the creativity of general manager Brad Treliving.

Meanwhile, Sammy Blais is a solid fourth-liner who can be used in a defensive role. Of course, it seems like he was brought in due to the injury to Scott Laughton and the assignment of David Kampf.

These players were taken off waivers because they are going to have to be on the team's NHL lineup to start the season. With that in mind, we imagine Dennis Hildeby will be sent down, and James Reimer will be let go.

As for Blais, we wonder where Craig Berube will play him, or if he will simply occupy the 13th forward role, while Easton Cowan is sent down to the Toronto Marlies for development.

Either way, we will have to wait a bit longer to really get a true grasp of what the Maple Leafs' plans are for Wednesday against the Montreal Canadiens.

Whatever the case may be, it is clear that the Leafs are looking to be as creative as possible.