The swirling rumors of a blockbuster trade sending Steven Stamkos to the Montreal Canadiens have captivated fans and insiders alike, sparking intense debate across the hockey world.

With Stamkos now donning Nashville’s colors and the Canadiens searching for that missing piece up front, the idea of reuniting the superstar center with Martin St-Louis has fueled speculation and hope in Montreal.

Could this dynamic duo, once linked by their Tampa Bay glory days, truly join forces again to electrify the Bell Centre?

Yet, as whispers grew louder and trade scenarios flooded social media, respected journalist Marco D’Amico was asked to weigh in.

His response was unexpectedly blunt, instantly shifting the conversation and leaving fans questioning what’s really possible behind the scenes. Is the dream of Stamkos in a Canadiens jersey officially dead, or could hockey’s unpredictable nature still deliver a shock twist?

With Nashville’s season not meeting expectations and the future of Patrik Laine uncertain, the stakes are higher than ever. But if Stamkos isn’t the answer, who is? And what does Kent Hughes have up his sleeve for Montreal’s next big move? Dive into the full story to uncover the truth behind the rumors and what’s next for the Tricolore.

Apr 10, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Nashville Predators center Steven Stamkos warms up before a game against the Utah Hockey Club at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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As part of a recent Q&A session, journalist Marco D’Amico spoke about the possibility of a trade involving Steven Stamkos.

Could a reunion between Stamkos and Martin St-Louis be possible, especially if Patrik Laine leaves at the end of the season via free agency?

D’Amico doesn’t seem to think so.

This was a rumor that circulated last season, and the question was asked to the journalist.

Question:

“Could Stamkos be a possibility given Nashville’s position compared to where they thought they would be? Reuniting him with Marty could be a lethal weapon. What are your thoughts?”

Answer from Marco D’Amico.

“I don’t think that’s a possibility.”

So, we can clearly and officially forget about the project.

A trade between the Montreal Canadiens and Nashville involving Steven Stamkos is not a possibility according to Marco D’Amico

It’s a trade that had been suggested by some observers, but one we can clearly forget.

Marco D’Amico is very well informed, so if he considers it’s not an option, then indeed it’s not an option for the Tricolore (unless there’s a major surprise).

Acquiring a center like Nazem Kadri would make far more sense for Kent Hughes.

To be continued!

Steven Stamkos, now 35 years old, is a 6-foot-1, 193-pound forward who was the first overall pick of the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2008.

Last season in Nashville, in his first campaign with the Preds, he collected 53 points in 82 games (after producing 81 points in 79 games, including 40 goals, in 2023-24 with Tampa).