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Habs Wrap: First-Round Draft Targets, Trade Rumours, Demidov

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MONTREAL — There’s always Montreal Canadiens news to be absorbed on a daily basis, but there are only so many hours in a day. On Sundays, we recap the most exciting and relevant NHL news stories that you may have missed throughout the week so that you can stay in the Canadiens loop.

Monday

Most of the time you see a Francophone linked to the Habs in the first round it’s because of their family name. Justin Carbonneau is a local player, so to speak, but it’s his talent that has garnered so much interest from scouts. [Canadiens Draft Targets: The Highly Talented Justin Carbonneau]

Igor Larionov, the new head coach of SKA Saint Petersburg, wants Canadiens prospect Ivan Demidov back in the KHL for a season. With all due respect, it’s not going to happen, Igor. [SKA Coach Wants Canadiens Forward Demidov Back In The KHL]

An NHL general manager  suggested a certain Montreal Canadiens player would never make it to the NHL because he wasn’t “physically mature” enough. That player? Nick Suzuki.


Martin St-Louis finished a distant third in the Jack Adams vote, but the mere fact that he was among the finalist is a feather in his cap.

The Trois-Rivières Lions beat the Toledo Walleye in five games to take home the Kelly Cup for the first time in franchise history. Goaltender Luke Callavin was named the MVP.

Tuesday

The Habs were linked to hulking defenceman Nicolas Hague, currently a member of the Vegas Golden Knights. With all due respect to Hague, the Montreal Canadiens should aim for a significant upgrade on the blue line, and he doesn’t necessarily fit the bill.  [Canadiens Trade Talk – Examining Nicolas Hague Rumours]

It’s easy to lose sight of how dominant Lane Hutson was during his rookie season. It wasn’t just a great year, it was a historic performance for a rookie defenceman.

Here’s what the Montreal Gazette looked like the last time a Canadian team managed to win the Stanley Cup.

For those of you who were a little too young to see it, here’s the 1993 call from the legendary Bob Cole.

The PWHL expansion is over, with Vancouver and Seattle loading up with… a lot of talent. I don’t want to be too critical before seeing the results on the ice, but it seems like the league purposely angled for a complete pilfering of high-end players from the original six teams.

The Edmonton Oilers completely unravelled in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. On top of being outscored 6-1, they were clearly put on tilt by the always frustrating Florida Panthers.

Wednesday

It definitely did not come as a shock, but Canadiens defenceman Lane Hutson took home the Calder Trophy on the back of a historic rookie season. Just as he did on many nights throughout the season, Hutson outclassed his opponents with ease.  [Hutson Calder Trophy Win Fitting Reward, Helps Improve Perception]

Without checking, this has to be the first time the Habs have both the NHL and KHL ROYs in the same season.

Every time Hutson had a great game, which was often, he spoke about the importance of improving as a team. It’s the ideal mindset for an NHL star, and it’s shared by top prospect Ivan Demidov, which is great news for the rebuild. [Hutson Sets The Bar For Canadiens Rebuild, Demidov]

Take it for what it’s worth, but there’s apparently some truth to the Jason Robertson trade rumours. If Robertson is indeed on the market, it would likely cost a king’s ransom to add him to the Canadiens’ lineup. [Canadiens Trade Talk: Evaluating Robertson Trade Rumours]

Thursday

The 2025 NHL Entry Draft is a little over two weeks away, and we’re not any closer to knowing how Kent Hughes will approach the important weekend. Trades are always a possibility, but for now we can busy ourselves by discussing the potential draft targets for the Habs in the first round.  [Potential Canadiens NHL Entry Draft Picks at 16th & 17th Overall]

Lane Hutson did add a Norris Trophy to his burgeoning trophy cabinet, but the mere fact that the super rookie was included in the top 10 is an incredibly encouraging sign as to his long-term potential.  [Canadiens Hutson Projection Improves with Norris Votes]

Take it for what it’s worth, but there’s apparently some truth to the Jason Robertson trade rumours. If Robertson is indeed on the market, it would likely cost a king’s ransom to add him to the Canadiens’ lineup. [Canadiens Trade Talk: Evaluating Robertson Trade Rumours]

Laval Rocket defenceman Logan Mailloux earned another accolade in the AHL. The 22-year-old defenceman was named to the 2024-25 All Prospect Team. Mailloux finished his sophomore season in the AHL with 12 goals and 21 assists in 63 games.

Unfortunately, the Montreal Victoire lost a hell of a player when Abby Boreen was claimed by Vancouver in the PWHL Expansion Draft.

Friday

Habs captain Nick Suzuki finished fifth in Lady Byng Trophy votes, not to mention ninth in Hart Trophy votes. Combine that with his Selke consideration, and you have the makings of an incredibly well-rounded NHLer.  [Suzuki Trophy Votes Demonstrate Canadiens Captain Growth]

We continue to evaluate the top prospects who may be available to the Montreal Canadiens with the 16th and 17th overall picks at the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. The latest target is the lanky but intriguing Lynden Lakovic. [Canadiens 2025 Draft Targets: The Intriguing Lynden Lakovic]

On top of easily winning the Calder Trophy, as well as an impressive number of votes for the Norris Trophy, Montreal Canadiens phenom Lane Hutson was named to the All-Rookie team. [Hutson Projection Improves with Norris Votes]

Saturday

Jonathan Toews is looking to make a return to play, but despite Montreal’s lack of depth at centre there are a bevy of red flags to consider. He may not be a fit with the Canadiens. [Evaluating Potential Canadiens Fit For Free Agent Toews]

Lane Hutson helped the Habs in a hundred different areas last year, but the shootout was not one of them. On that note, it very well could be, especially since Nick Suzuki’s shootout magic has dissipated. [A Key Situation Where Hutson Can Help The Canadiens]

Martin St-Louis showed lots of love toward defenceman Arber Xhekaj, arguing that he brings more to the table beyond his affinity for winning fights.

Speaking of Xhekaj, he wasn’t exactly going incognito at the F1 event.

 

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