The Montreal Canadiens are on the brink of a dramatic transformation, and the hockey world is buzzing with anticipation.

With the long-standing Carey Price contract saga finally nearing its end, all eyes are now locked on general manager Kent Hughes and his next move—a move that could reshape the team’s future overnight.

Behind closed doors, insiders and league sources are hinting at a bold, complex trade that goes far beyond clearing cap space.

Rumors suggest Hughes is willing to part with coveted draft picks, even first-rounders, in his quest to bring a true offensive force to Montreal.

But who could this mysterious new center be? The Western Conference is suddenly under the spotlight, with whispers swirling around big names and surprise targets.

Could a proven scorer like Jared McCann be headed to the Bell Centre, or is there an even bigger shock waiting in the wings?

The Canadiens’ front office is keeping details tightly under wraps, and the timing remains uncertain. What is clear, though, is that something major is brewing—a deal that could send shockwaves through the NHL and redefine the Habs’ future. The suspense is building, and fans won’t want to miss what happens next.

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Now that the Carey Price situation seems to be settled, the focus shifts to this second trade that could be announced by the Canadiens.

For the past few days, numerous sources and insiders have been extremely clear:

1. The Canadiens will announce a trade involving Carey Price’s contract.

2. This Price contract trade will help facilitate a second immediate deal to bring in offensive reinforcements.

Today, all of this is becoming clearer and clearer.

We have an update on this second trade that could be announced by the Montreal Canadiens, immediately after moving Carey Price

The excellent Marco D’Amico has just made it clear.. The Price contract trade will immediately open the door to another deal.

“The Canadiens are trading Price’s contract to open themselves to the possibility of another trade.”

Timing on that is TBD.

– Marco D’Amico

Here’s another striking statement in that regard:

“With his signing bonus paid, sources expect the Habs to move Carey Price’s contract, freeing cap space for potential in-season trades.”

– NHL source (Via D’Amico)

This is all extremely exciting.

Things are about to start moving. Finally!

We strongly recommend Marco D’Amico’s article, published today on this very subject.

In addition to D’Amico’s comments and his NHL sources, Jean-Charles Lajoie (TVA Sports) added this:

“Kent Hughes would be willing to part with draft picks, including first-rounders, in order to add a natural center to his roster.

A complex but efficient deal-the kind the GM likes-appears to be taking shape.

The Western Conference is one to watch”

So, we learn several interesting things here about this second trade to watch closely, immediately after the one involving Carey Price:

Kent Hughes would be willing to trade picks, including first-rounders, to acquire “a natural center.”

It would be quite a complex transaction.

The Western Conference is the one to watch-so names like Mason McTavish and Jared McCann immediately come to mind.

Jared McCann, age 29, is a 6-foot-1, 191-pound forward who recorded 61 points in 82 games last season.

He scored 29 and 40 goals in the two previous campaigns He’s really excellent.

McCann is signed through 2027 and makes $5 million per year, which is truly a bargain for him!