Link Between Montreal Canadiens Forward And Two Teams Emerges
Canadiens Looking to Make a Big Splash on the Trade Market?
The Montreal Canadiens started in a tough financial spot, but Kirby Dach's major injury, while devastating for the fans, is a blessing for Kent Hughes, the Habs' GM.
Dach has been placed on the LTIR after he sustained a season-ending hit early in the season. His salary is no longer on the cap, and the Canadiens now have $3.3M available.
Since then, the Canadiens have been involved in many trade rumors. To make a major move, they might be looking to offload more money, and Joel Armia's name has been at the center of those discussions.
Armia Linked to Two Teams
Joel Armia's $3.4M AAV contract will end in 2025, and it seems evident that he won't sign an extension in Montreal.
A trade appears likely to happen if Hughes doesn't want to see him walk away for nothing in free agency.
Two teams are reportedly interested: the Chicago Blackhawks and the San Jose Sharks.
See a recurring theme here?
Both teams are rebuilding and don't mind taking on substantial contracts for future assets.
Kent Hughes has shown us that his trading philosophy doesn't include sacrificing assets to resolve current issues. However, the idea of finding a suitable replacement for Dach could be tempting. Sending a pick or two alongside Armia could allow Hughes to have enough money to land a key player.
Do you think the Canadiens will trade Armia before his contract ends?
As seen on Hockey OTB - Rumour: Two Teams Linked to Montreal Canadiens Veteran
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Do you think the Canadiens will trade Armia before his contract ends? | ||
| Yes | 27 | 79.4 % |
| No | 7 | 20.6 % |
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