Canadiens UFA Target Matt Duchene Appears to Have Made His Decision

We also know that Matt Duchene was a popular option-notably because he almost signed in Montreal a few years ago and because he's an excellent top-6 center, but everything now indicates that his name can be scratched off the list.

Another disappointment for many Habs fans.

The forward has made his decision, and you can't really blame him for wanting some stability at this stage in his career.

Indeed, we're starting to see more and more players announce similar intentions.

With this news, the rumors linking Duchene to Montreal will likely fade away.

Now 34 years old, Matt Duchene tallied 82 points in 82 games this season, serving as the Dallas Stars' second-line center-but he struggled more during the playoffs.

Over the last few seasons, he's recorded 65, 56, and 86 points.

Back in 2019, he almost signed with the Montreal Canadiens before ultimately choosing the Nashville Predators, following a 70-point season in 73 games.

Clearly, the pool of truly available centers for Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes is shrinking, and it feels like Kirby Dach might be getting one last shot at claiming that role.

And if it were your decision, what would you do?