In the ever-turbulent world of NHL trade rumors, few names can ignite a fanbase quite like Nazem Kadri. As speculation swirls and insiders drop bombshells, the hockey community is buzzing with anticipation over Kadri’s next move.

The Montreal Canadiens, a storied franchise hungry for playoff success, suddenly find themselves at the center of attention. With whispers of Kadri’s willingness to waive his no-move clause for a blockbuster deal, the stakes have never been higher.

What makes this development even more intriguing is the tangled history between Kadri and the Canadiens—a connection that once allowed Montreal to land Sean Monahan and a coveted first-round pick, all thanks to Calgary’s need to clear cap space for Kadri’s contract. Now, as fate would have it, the veteran center is back in the rumor mill, with both the Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly on his shortlist.

As the trade deadline approaches, every shift, every rumor, and every insider report will be scrutinized by fans and analysts alike. For now, one thing is certain: Nazem Kadri’s future is about to become one of the hottest stories in hockey.

Mar 8, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri (91) and Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (8) fights for position in front of Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes (75) during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

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Insider Nick Kypreos of Sportsnet has just revealed major information regarding the Montreal Canadiens and center Nazem Kadri.

Ironically, let’s not forget that it was thanks to Kadri that the Canadiens were able to acquire Sean Monahan and a first-round pick for free a few years ago, when the Calgary Flames had to clear cap space in order to sign Kadri.

Today, Kadri is once again involved in several trade rumors.

Nazem Kadri Gives Green Light to Be Traded to the Montreal Canadiens or Toronto Maple Leafs

Now that’s interesting!

“Kadri would lift his no-move clause for the Habs or Leafs.”

– HFTV, citing Nick Kypreos

He will definitely be a name to watch closely in the coming weeks.

He would make a solid second-line center behind Nick Suzuki and a great linemate for Ivan Demidov.

Nazem Kadri, 34 years old, is a 6-foot, 185-pound center who was drafted 7th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2009.

He has totaled 710 points in 985 career NHL games, including 307 goals. He’s also posted 67 and 75 points in each of the last two seasons (playing all 82 games in both).

His best season came in 2021-22, when he recorded 87 points in 71 games with the Colorado Avalanche, including 28 goals – a pace of 100 points over 82 games.

Kadri has also consistently performed well in the playoffs and lifted the Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2022.

Definitely a situation to keep an eye on!