Leskinen inked a one-year, two-way contract with Montreal on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen spent two seasons playing primarily for AHL Laval, appearing in just six NHL contests, before heading to Europe last season in the hopes of revitalizing his career. In 45 games for Jokerit (KHL) and Tappara (Finland), the 25-year-old defenseman garnered eight goals and 15 helpers, evidently showing the Habs enough to warrant giving him another shot in North America.

Leskinen inked a two-year contract with KHL club Helsinki Jokerit on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen logged just six games for the Habs over the previous two seasons, instead spending the bulk of his time in the minors with AHL Laval. He's currently with Montreal's playoff practice squad, the Black Aces, and is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason. Leskinen signing in the KHL likely signals the end of his time as a Canadien at the conclusion of the playoffs.

Leskinen ascended from AHL Laval to the Canadiens' active roster Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen and eight other Rocket teammates headed to Montreal to serve as emergency depth options for the playoffs, which start Thursday against Toronto. The Finn went scoreless in a lone NHL game this year but produced 17 points in 33 AHL contests.

Leskinen was assigned to AHL Laval on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen played in one game while he was with the big club. The Canadiens added Jon Merrill and Erik Gustafsson at the trade deadline, so Leskinen shouldn't be expected to rise above the taxi squad again in 2020-21.

Leskinen was designated for the taxi squad Sunday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

The Canadiens made some changes to their blue line Sunday, as they waived Victor Mete and traded for Jon Merrill. If Mete is claimed on waivers, Leskinen may stay with the big club for a bit longer. The 24-year-old made his season debut in Saturday's loss to the Jets, logging 16:23 of ice time and one hit.

Leskinen will be promoted to Montreal's active roster and play Saturday against the Jets, Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen's expected to skate on the Canadiens' third pairing Saturday. He went scoreless in five appearances with the big club last campaign.

Leskinen was recalled from AHL Laval to the taxi squad Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen can start practicing and traveling with the big club. The 24-year-old has been solid in the minors this season, producing 14 points through 23 games. The Canadiens only have six defensemen on the active roster, so if anyone gets injured, Leskinen figures to be the first call.

The Canadiens recalled Leskinen from his loan with KalPa Kuopio of the Finnish Liiga.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen will battle for a spot on the 23-man roster. The 23-year-old blueliner played in five games with the Habs last year and didn't register a point. He has impressed with KalPa, however, posting four goals and six assists over 17 games.

Leskinen will spend the 2020-21 campaign on loan with KalPa Kuopio of the Finnish Liiga.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen logged 52 games with AHL Laval this season, garnering two goals and 20 helpers. Rather than spending next year in the AHL, the 23-year-old defenseman will return to KalPa, where he spent the first four years of his professional career.

Leskinen was reassigned to AHL Laval on Saturday, Eric Engels of Sportsnet.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Leskinen's services as defensive depth were no longer required with the big club. In a corresponding move, the Canadiens called up Lukas Vejdemo. Leskinen posted 13 hits and two shots on goal over five games during his first NHL stint. Christian Folin or Mike Reilly will likely take Leskinen's place in the lineup moving forward.