The Trois-Rivières Lions, the ECHL affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens, have made a solid acquisition of a towering forward to assist them in their end-of-season push.

Benjamin Tupker is now part of the Canadiens’ organization. At 24 years old, the 6’3″ and 191 lbs behemoth is an asset for the team on both ends of the ice.

“The Trois-Rivières Lions have announced the signing of forward Benjamin Tupker.

– Trois-Rivières Lions

If his end-of-season performance goes well, he could be the next one invited to the Canadiens’ camp, much like John Parker-Jones. From there, the possibility remains to move up with the Rocket.