Montreal Canadiens Working on Trade Involving Two Players, Per Elliotte Friedman
Clearly, Montreal Canadiens General Manager Kent Hughes is serious about being in the mix this season.
Numerous reports are currently circulating involving the Habs, and the well-known Elliotte Friedman has just confirmed it all.
Kent Hughes is working to acquire two players: a top-4 right-shot defenseman and a gritty forward. He aims to bring in players who can help the team right now without compromising the club's future.
Elliotte Friedman Confirms that Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens Aim to Acquire Two Players
Here's a brief summary.
«Podcast 32 Thoughts: Elliotte discusses Montreal's desire to acquire a top-4 right-shot defenseman and an established forward with some edge. They have a plan for their young players and don't want to block their development, so any addition will need to fit into their long-term plans. They may need to make a subtraction to add.»
- NHL Trade Alert
This is quite intriguing.
For anyone doubting this information, it's worth noting that it has also been confirmed by Pierre LeBrun, Frank Seravalli, and David Pagnotta.
Yes, we can say it's reliable, and yes, we can expect a trade announcement from the Montreal Canadiens at some point.
In any case, Kent Hughes is trying. He's working on multiple files and spending a lot of time on the phone.
It's really encouraging to see the Habs' GM so active and determined to help the team. Plus, judging by his track record, he seems to be quite good at making beneficial trades, so the future looks promising.
Do you still believe the Canadiens can be «in the mix» this season?
More details will follow.
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OCTOBRE 28 | 1679 ANSWERS Montreal Canadiens Working on Trade Involving Two Players, Per Elliotte Friedman What is the Montreal Canadiens' biggest need right now, in your opinion? |
A gritty forward | 812 | 48.4 % |
A top 4 defenseman | 428 | 25.5 % |
A goalie | 439 | 26.1 % |
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