As the NHL offseason heats up, an intriguing storyline is emerging that could capture the attention of fans across Quebec and beyond. Maxime Comtois, a name familiar to many for his physical style and offensive upside, is reportedly on the verge of making a highly anticipated return to the league.

After a rejuvenating stint overseas with Dynamo Moscow, where he rediscovered his scoring touch and competitive edge, Comtois is now drawing interest from multiple NHL teams, including a confirmed offer from the Detroit Red Wings. The possibility of the 26-year-old Quebecois power forward joining the Montreal Canadiens, however, is what truly has local fans buzzing.

With his combination of size, skill, and experience, Comtois represents a rare opportunity for Kent Hughes and the Canadiens’ front office to add a proven asset to their lineup—potentially at a bargain price. As speculation swirls and negotiations quietly unfold, all eyes will be on Montreal to see if they seize this chance to bolster their offense with a hometown talent who still has plenty to prove at hockey’s highest level.

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We have an interesting development regarding a solid forward well known to hockey fans in Quebec.

According to exclusive information reported by RG Media, Quebecois forward Maxime Comtois is ready to return to the National Hockey League.

He’s a talented and intriguing power forward.

“Exclusive report: Maxime Comtois might return to the NHL! After reigniting his passion with Dynamo Moscow, Comtois has multiple offers, including from the Detroit Red Wings.”

The Detroit Red Wings have reportedly made a formal offer to Comtois, but nothing is finalized yet!

Do you believe the Montreal Canadiens should do the same and try to acquire Comtois for free with a simple contract offer?

All the details are in the article here, and this will definitely be an interesting story to watch this summer.

It could even be settled fairly quickly, especially since he doesn’t need to wait until July 1st.

Maxime Comtois: A Free Option for Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens on Offense

Max Comtois, now 26 years old, hails from Longueuil, Quebec. He’s a solid forward standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 222 pounds.

A second-round pick of the Anaheim Ducks in 2017, Comtois has tallied 87 points in 211 NHL games so far and was notably the Ducks’ leading scorer and goal scorer in 2021.

He definitely has potential!

This season in the KHL, he recorded 50 points in 62 games, including 21 goals, and added 13 points in 15 playoff games.

For one season, at less than a million dollars per year, would you sign him?