We had a major trade in the last few hours, announced by the Colorado Avalanche.

They acquired a new second-line center, Brock Nelson, in a trade involving multiple pieces.

“The Avs acquire Brock Nelson and William Dufour from the New York Islanders in exchange for Kylington, Calum Ritchie, a 1st-round pick in 2026 or 2027, and a conditional 3rd-round pick in 2028.”

 

 

In short, this trade seems interesting for Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens.

Brock Nelson’s acquisition pushes Casey Mittelstadt out in Colorado: an opportunity for Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens?

That’s the current speculation:

 

“His name has been circulating a lot in trade rumors in recent weeks, and considering that the Avalanche acquired Brock Nelson last night, Casey Mittelstadt is clearly available in Colorado.

If I were Kent Hughes, I would definitely call the Avalanche to inquire about the asking price.”

Marc-Olivier Beaudoin

 

A major storyline to follow today in Montreal.

Casey Mittelstadt, 26 years old, is a 6-foot-1, 195-pound center.

The 8th overall pick by the Buffalo Sabres in 2017 (1st round) has accumulated 230 points in 420 career NHL games, including 77 goals, and has recorded 34 points in 63 games so far this season with the Colorado Avalanche as their second-line center.

Nelson’s acquisition has clearly cost him his spot.

Mittelstadt also registered 47 points in 62 games and 59 points in 82 games with the Buffalo Sabres over the last two seasons.