The future of Carey Price’s contract with the Montreal Canadiens remains one of the most talked-about mysteries in hockey, and the tension is only rising as the league’s top decision-makers prepare to gather in Detroit.

Whispers of a potential blockbuster deal have swirled for months, yet fans are still waiting for that seismic announcement that could reshape the team’s salary cap and roster for years to come.

With speculation running wild and insiders dropping hints, the latest revelation from TVA Sports journalist Renaud Lavoie has thrown a new twist into the ongoing saga.

Just when it seemed a trade might be imminent, Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes made a bold declaration that has left everyone guessing about what really goes on behind closed doors.

What exactly is Hughes willing to sacrifice to move Price’s hefty contract—and what is he absolutely refusing to give up? As rumors fly about possible trade partners and the price tag attached to one of hockey’s most iconic goaltenders, even those closest to Price have started weighing in, fueling further curiosity and debate.

With three teams reportedly in the mix and negotiations intensifying, the stakes couldn’t be higher. What will it really take to close the deal? The answer might surprise you.

Apr 23, 2022; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price (31) is unable to stop a shot from Ottawa Senators center Josh Norris (not pictured) in the second period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

Photo credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

Surprisingly, Carey Price’s contract still hasn’t been traded by Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens.

It could happen at any moment, especially since the GMs will all be meeting in Detroit in the next few hours-but we are still waiting.

That being said, TVA Sports journalist Renaud Lavoie has just revealed some interesting information.

Kent Hughes admits he refuses to trade a 2nd-round pick in order to move Carey Price’s contract

We don’t know what the Canadiens will receive (or have to give up) in a trade involving Carey Price, but we now know for certain that it will NOT be a second-round pick.

“Kent Hughes has been clear. He will refuse a trade where he has to give up a second-round pick with Carey Price.” – Renaud Lavoie

That is reassuring!

“A team could ask for a 2nd-round pick-which Hughes will refuse to give up.”
– Renaud Lavoie

This clearly gives us a better idea of the price to be paid, and a better sense of the upcoming trade involving Price.

All the details are in Renaud Lavoie’s article, but know this: Kent Hughes would refuse any deal where he has to add a second-round pick or more in order to dump Carey Price’s contract.

This remains a hot topic of discussion, and even his wife Angela Price recently commented on it.

The three teams identified as potential trade partners for Price are the Pittsburgh Penguins, the San Jose Sharks, and the Chicago Blackhawks.

To be continued!