As the offseason unfolds, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves at the center of swirling speculation regarding the future of one of their most iconic players. Rumors are intensifying that management is actively seeking a solution to the long-standing Carey Price contract situation, a move that could have significant implications for the team’s salary cap and roster flexibility.

With Price’s legendary career in Montreal potentially nearing a new chapter, the hockey world is abuzz with anticipation and uncertainty. Fans and analysts alike are closely watching for any developments, knowing that a decision of this magnitude could reshape the Canadiens’ immediate future and leave a lasting impact on the franchise’s legacy.

Apr 15, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price (31) tracks the puck in the corner during the first period of the game against the New York Islanders at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

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It’s not a huge surprise, but Marco D’Amico touched on an interesting rumor involving Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price.

Kent Hughes is reportedly working to trade his contract as early as this summer.

“The Canadiens will likely try to move Carey Price’s contract this summer to get out from using LTIR.”

– Marco D’Amico

He even adds that this could benefit both sides.

If it turns out to be true and the Montreal Canadiens trade Carey Price, would you be disappointed?

A Trade Involving Carey Price’s Contract Is Reportedly in the Works in Montreal

It could literally be announced at any moment.

In Shea Weber’s case, it happened just before the draft (on June 16), so Price could face the same fate in the coming hours.

As Kevin Vallée recently explained (on DLC), by trading number 31’s contract, the Canadiens would free up nearly 20 million dollars in cap space.

That’s no small matter!

As for the price to pay, the most recent deal involving Shea Weber’s contract – completed between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Utah Mammoth – cost Utah two prospects, and they picked up a 5th-round pick in return.

So that gives a pretty good idea.

Carey Price, 37, played 712 career games in the NHL – all with the Montreal Canadiens – posting a 2.51 goals-against average and a .917 save percentage (with a 361-261-79 record).

It would be unfortunate to see him traded, but either way, he will have played every game of his career in a Montreal Canadiens jersey.