The 2015 Memorial Cup Tournament will wrap up this weekend, and two Montreal Canadiens‘ prospects have made a huge impression, especially Michael McCarron.

McCarron was drafted by the Habs in 2013, and there was no question he was drafted to add size to the team. At 6’5″, “Mac Attack”, as he’s known, began his career in the OHL, with the London Knights. The Knights have seen much success with players who go into the NHL. Former Knights include Nazem Kadri, Patrick Kane, and the Canadiens’ own Brandon Prust.

McCarron was drafted in 2013, the same year the Habs acquired Jacob de La Rose, Sven Andrighetto and Zach Fucale, two of whom have already played with the Habs this season.

In 2014-15, McCarron played 25 games with the Knights and posted 41 points (22 goals, 19 assists). In January of 2015, he was traded to the Oshawa Generals where, in 31 games, he posted 27 points (6 goals, 21 assists).

It doesn’t speak badly of him that his numbers were lower; moving to a new team meant adjusting to a new coach and a new system. But he continued to improve, performance-wise, which is paying off in the Memorial Cup this week.

In Tuesday’s game, he scored a goal, an assist, and made himself a true presence on the ice. And he is definitely being watched by the Canadiens: GM Marc Bergevin was seen at the game. No doubt, he is liking what he sees.

I had the opportunity to observe McCarron in action last year at the Habs’ Rookie Camp, and I was very impressed by what I saw. He uses his size well. When he is parked in front of the net, you can be sure he’s ready to pick up the first deflection, rebound, or bounce, and help tip it into the net. His size gives him screening ability too.

Habs fans will no doubt be pleased to know that McCarron has versatility as well as talent. In an interview he gave this week, he stated:

I feel I’m a versatile player. I can play on the wing or at centre. It gives me an opportunity to play in the NHL at any position. I don’t think I’m offensive minded. I think I’m a two-way player. I don’t want to be one-way minded.

Given the cry for a big centre, and the controversy surrounding Alex Galchenyuk‘s position, this should please the fan base tremendously. It is quite something to imagine this huge player centering for the Habs; especially given his rising star of late.

Yes, the future looks very bright for the Canadiens.

Next, we’ll have a look at Zach Fucale’s Memorial Cup experience.