In a stunning turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the hockey world, the Trevor Zegras trade saga has finally reached its dramatic conclusion. For months, fans and insiders alike have been glued to every rumor and whisper, wondering where the dynamic young forward would land and what it would cost to acquire him. As the dust settles, new details have begun to emerge about the behind-the-scenes negotiations and the bold moves made by several NHL front offices, including the Montreal Canadiens.

While Zegras ultimately found a new home with the Philadelphia Flyers, it’s become clear that the Canadiens were deeply involved in the bidding war, willing to part with significant assets in their pursuit of the superstar center. Recent revelations from trusted sources have shed light on just how far Montreal was prepared to go, sparking heated debates among fans and analysts about whether the team should have pushed even harder to secure the deal.

What exactly did the Canadiens put on the table? Who were the prospects and draft picks Kent Hughes was ready to sacrifice for a shot at Zegras? And what does this bold attempt say about Montreal’s ambitions moving forward? The answers are as intriguing as the trade itself.

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We’ve just had a major development in the past few minutes involving a trade centered around Trevor Zegras.

After months of speculation and rumors, the forward has officially been traded.

The Montreal Canadiens submitted an offer, but in the end, the Ducks chose the one from the Philadelphia Flyers, which included Ryan Poehling and two draft picks.

That said, Maxime Truman (who has been following this story for a while) just revealed some very interesting new information.

New information about what the Montreal Canadiens offered the Anaheim Ducks to acquire Trevor Zegras

Not only does he reconfirm that the Canadiens were in talks with the Ducks (regarding a trade involving Trevor Zegras), but he also provides more detail on what Kent Hughes was willing to give up.

“Today, I can say that draft picks and prospects the Canadiens have given up on were discussed.” – Maxime Truman

Is he referring to names like Filip Mesar and Joshua Roy?

Have the Canadiens given up on Josh Roy?

His post was made before the official announcement of the trade between the Anaheim Ducks and the Philadelphia Flyers, but the information remains relevant and interesting.

It shows us what Kent Hughes was willing to offer for Zegras – and possibly what he’d give for another similar player.

I’d be very surprised if a name like Logan Mailloux is included in the “prospects the Canadiens have given up on” category.. Very surprised!

So we’re likely talking more about players like Mesar, Roy, and possibly Riley Kidney and Sean Farrell.

Do you think Kent Hughes should have made a little extra effort to beat the Flyers’ offer?

More details to come.