 He had an explosive start to his NHL career in a four-game callup during the 1963–64 season, notching 4 assists and 5 points.When he turned pro in 1964, Boudrias was projected to have a great future for the Canadiens, but his career would stall while former teammates like Cournoyer became stars.He would see just three games of NHL action over the next three seasons, recording a single assist, while buried in the Canadiens' deep farm system.