The Canadiens now have a better chance at drafting a top player following major trade

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February 27, 2024 (8:28)

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At the time of the trade finalized by Kent Hughes with Winnipeg, involving Sean Monahan, the Montreal Canadiens were on track to draft in the 8th or 9th overall spot in the first round of the 2024 draft.

It didn't take long, but the Canadiens currently find themselves with the 6th overall pick for 2024, and they have a very good chance of ending up with the 5th overall pick by tomorrow night.

It's getting interesting! With a top 5 overall pick, the chances significantly increase of landing Macklin Celebrini (lottery) or Cayden Lindstrom, Ivan Demidov and Cole Eiserman.

Update on the 'reverse standings' following the wins by the Jackets/Sabres and the point earned by the Coyotes.

The Canadiens are 1 point away from the top 5 and.. we're starting to see the top 4 as a possibility, after all!" - Marc-Olivier Beaudoin

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