Montreal Canadiens Place Two Top Assets on the Trade Block
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Per NHL insider Chris Johnston, the Montreal Canadiens are open and willing to move one of their two first-round picks this year, as well as Logan Mailloux.
Next week’s focus shifts to Buffalo for the NHL Scouting Combine, a very significant event where general managers and agents begin making the foundation for the offseason roster changes.
This off-season brings a big change: the salary cap is jumping to $95.5 million. That increase creates more fiscal space throughout the league, readying the pump for an active trade season.
Many clubs have roster needs that will not be satisfied by free agency alone, so trades become a likely avenue of action.
“Montreal Canadiens open to moving one of their 2025 firsts, Logan Mailloux this summer.”
– Chris Johnston
Montreal has built a strong pipeline of young talent, particularly at defense, and may prefer to use assets to address more immediate roster needs. Another center is also said to be a priority.
It would be shocking to see the Canadiens use both first-round picks in June
The team is not likely to use both first-round picks on June 27 in Los Angeles unless the right opportunity presents itself.
With a cap hit of only $875,000 until 2026 (RFA), he’s a quality trade option in the correct move, especially with Montreal’s depth-affected blue line. The time is ripe for movement, and the Canadiens seem poised to participate.
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