Analyst suggests a controversial lineup following Patrik Laine's arrival with the Canadiens

On that note, the HabsolumentFan website reported a projection made by insider Marc Dumont from Montreal Hockey Now , and the lines he proposes are likely to spark conversation, as one Habs forward is notably absent from the projected four lines.

Here is his projection.

Let's just say that the fact Anderson is not among the 12 regular forwards is likely to stir the pot, especially considering he's set to earn an average of $5.5 million per season for another three years.

Even though this is just a projection, it would still be surprising if the big right-winger remains on the bench for long because, despite his poor 2023-2024 season (9 goals and 11 assists in 78 games), it's highly likely he will bounce back.

During his first three seasons in Montreal, he scored 57 goals in 190 games, which averages out to about 25 goals per season if we adjust his numbers to an 82-game season.

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Un analyste propose un alignement controversé suite à l'arrivée de Patrik Laine avec le CH

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