Canadiens Wrap: Dubois Move, Habs Trade Targets, Draft Odds

MONTREAL — There’s never a dull moment when it comes to the Montreal Canadiens, but many fans lead a very busy life, meaning it’s not always possible to keep up to date with every news story.

Every Sunday we will recap the most exciting and relevant NHL news stories that you may have missed throughout the week.

Monday

• The Montreal Canadiens have finally signed Cole Caufield to an eight-year deal worth $7.85M per season; a win for the club in more ways than one. [Cole Caufield Extension]
• The Habs are in the midst of acquiring young talent and overhauling the organization, but one major impediment to their rebuild remains. [Canadiens New Offseason Priority]
• The Canadiens have had great luck at the draft table with older prospects, and it seems Jared Davidson could be their next hidden gem.[Canadiens New Hidden Gem]

Tuesday

• Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Carter Hart is reportedly available. Should the Canadiens show interest? Is he really that much better than Samuel Montembeault? [Gauging Canadiens Interest in Hart]
• The Montreal Canadiens not only secured their future by signing Cole Caufield but also set the foundation for even bigger things to come. [Cole Caufield Extension]
• Habs fans have good reasons to be anxious when it comes to re-signing players and developing prospects but general manager Kent Hughes is doing a good job easing some of the nervous energy. [Hughes Easing Habs Fan Anxiety]
• Now that the offseason is in full swing, we’ll be starting an in-depth series to review the many exciting players in the Canadiens’ prospect pool. [Canadiens Prospect Review: Introduction ]

Wednesday

• The Philadelphia Flyers showed just why the Montreal Canadiens won’t be big spenders on the free-agent market this summer.[Canadiens Offseason’s Strategy]
• The Canadiens have had two difficult transition years, but recent odds released for next season predict fans will have to remain patient. [Canadiens Outlook For 2023-2024]
• The Habs may have hit a home run at the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, and it’s not who you think it is. [Canadiens Prospect Review]

Thursday

• Winnipeg Jets forward Pierre-Luc Dubois won’t sign a contract extension, which may force a trade. But not all roads lead to Montreal. [Canadiens Not Only Option For Dubois]
• The Canadiens will have an opportunity to create cap space when the NHL’s first buyout window opens. Take a look at three buyout candidates. [Canadiens Top 3 Buyout Candidates]
• The Montreal Canadiens haven’t been very aggressive when it comes to moving up or down at the NHL Draft, an age-old tradition that should end this year. [Canadiens Should Consider Movement]

Friday

• Montreal Canadiens prospect Lane Hutson had a fantastic rookie season in the NCAA. He shattered records and surpassed all expectations. But there’s still work to be done when it comes to his development. Thankfully, there’s no rush to push him to the NHL. [Canadiens Prospect Review: Lane Hutson Shined During NCAA Rookie Season]
• The latest edition of the Habs Mailbag is a long one! We discuss Pierre-Luc Dubois (ad nauseam), the 2023 NHL Draft, Logan Mailloux’s potential, free agent options, Juraj Slafkovsky’s development, and much, much more. [Canadiens Mailbag: Dubois, Slafkovsky, Draft]

Saturday

• Many would like to see the Montreal Canadiens trade for another goaltender this summer, but moving a goalie first might be the better move.[Canadiens Could Take Advantage Of Goaltending Market]
• The Columbus Blue Jackets have made a flurry of moves that could make them perfect trade partners with the Montreal Canadiens.[Canadiens Trade Target For Kirby-Like Deal]
• Canadiens prospect Riley Kidney finished tied for fourth in QMJHL scoring (110 PTS). He was also second overall in points per game (1.85). But can his skillset translate to professional hockey? [Canadiens Prospect Review: Riley Kidney]